Silver Crane Company Appraisal

Silver Crane Company Elvis in Bathtub Trinket Box

This item is a novelty ceramic trinket box, crafted by the Silver Crane Company in England, as indicated by the provided context. It depicts a stylized figure resembling Elvis Presley, reclining in a white bathtub. The figure has sculpted dark hair, molded black sunglasses, and what appears to be a black swimsuit or clothing, with natural skin tone on the visible arms and face. The bathtub is glossy white ceramic with small feet on its base. Inside the tub, alongside the figure, are several accessories: a patterned blue and white fabric 'towel' or sheet, a yellow rubber duck, a textured yellow sponge-like item, and what appears to be a blue splash effect emanating from a silver-colored faucet fixture. The overall construction is ceramic, with a glossy finish on all painted surfaces. The item functions as a trinket box, likely with a removable lid that forms part of the bathtub's contents, possibly the patterned fabric piece. There is a faded green ribbon or piece of tape tied around the center of the tub, which appears to be a temporary addition for securing a part of the item or for tagging. No significant wear, damage, or repairs are immediately visible from the image, suggesting good used condition. The style is distinctly novelty or whimsical, reflective of collectibles from the late 20th century, likely 1980s or 1990s, given the Silver Crane Company's typical product range and the theme. The craftsmanship appears to be commercial-grade ceramic production, with molded details and painted accents. Its unique theme of a pop culture icon in a domestic setting makes it a distinctive collectible.