Minnie Mouse Planter Appraisal

Vintage Mickey and Minnie Mouse Convertible Planter/Cookie Jar

This is a vintage ceramic novelty planter or small jar depicting Disney characters Mickey and Minnie Mouse riding in a classic red convertible, likely inspired by mid-century automotive designs like a 1957 Chevy. The piece is constructed from slip-cast ceramic with a glossy overglaze finish. Mickey is positioned in the driver's seat wearing a light blue shirt, while Minnie sits alongside him in a pink dress with her signature yellow bow. The car is painted a primary red with silver-painted detailing on the bumper, grille, and trim. In terms of condition, there is visible surface wear and significant grime accumulation, particularly in the hollow interior compartment and along the lower base edges. There appears to be some minor paint loss or 'cold paint' flaking on the silver trim and around Minnie's hands. No major cracks are immediately visible from this angle, but there is evidence of crazing in the glaze, typical for ceramics of this age (estimated circa 1960s-1970s). The craftsmanship displays hand-painted details common in mid-century Japanese imports or licensed California pottery. The interior shows soil residue, suggesting it was used as a functional planter.