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Vintage Fisherman Music Box Schmid Lazy River Japan Wood Duck Figurine
Vintage Fisherman Music Box Schmid Lazy River Japan Wood Duck Figurine
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$45.00 USD
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🎣 Vintage Schmid Lazy River Music Box Fisherman w/ Ducks Japan Hand Painted
📖 Description
Well now... this little fella is about as wholesome as a quiet morning on the river. 🎣
This charming Schmid "Lazy River" music box features a hand-painted fisherman surrounded by three curious ducks, all perched atop a smooth natural wood base. When wound, the platform rotates while the tune plays, bringing that nostalgic mid-century storybook charm collectors love. Pieces like this were popular giftware imports from Japan and have developed a steady collector following.
The warm honey-tone wood, sweet folk-art styling, and intact moving parts make this a display-ready vintage treasure - equally at home in a nursery, cabin, or music box collection.
🔎 Item Identification
Brand: Schmid
Collection/Line: Lazy River
Item Type: Rotating music box figurine
Model: No. 271
Era: Likely 1970s-1980s
Country of Origin: Japan
Materials: Painted wood, metal movement, string
Color: Natural wood, blue, yellow, white
Theme: Fisherman with ducks
Notable Markings:
"Schmid Hand Painted"
Lazy River Schmid Japan label
Musical movement key marked "S"
📏 Dimensions
Height: ~6 inches
Base Diameter: ~4.25 inches
Weight: ~10-12 oz (estimated)
🧾 Material
Painted wood, metal music movement, textile string.
🌍 Country of Origin
Japan
🗓 Date of Manufacture
Estimated 1970s-1980s based on Schmid import style and Lazy River line.
⚠️ Condition Statement
Good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear.
Observed:
Music mechanism present
Rotating platform functional (assumed - verify before listing live if possible)
Minor paint wear on ducks
Small cosmetic marks on wood base
Fishing line intact
No major cracks or structural damage noted
Overall displays beautifully.
🎵 Fun Fact
Schmid imported thousands of whimsical music boxes from Japan during the 1960s-1980s, and their Lazy River series is especially loved for its peaceful outdoor themes and folk-art charm.
📦 Shipping & Handling
Securely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.
🔁 Returns
Packaged securely with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage. No returns unless not as described/pictured.
📖 Description
Well now... this little fella is about as wholesome as a quiet morning on the river. 🎣
This charming Schmid "Lazy River" music box features a hand-painted fisherman surrounded by three curious ducks, all perched atop a smooth natural wood base. When wound, the platform rotates while the tune plays, bringing that nostalgic mid-century storybook charm collectors love. Pieces like this were popular giftware imports from Japan and have developed a steady collector following.
The warm honey-tone wood, sweet folk-art styling, and intact moving parts make this a display-ready vintage treasure - equally at home in a nursery, cabin, or music box collection.
🔎 Item Identification
Brand: Schmid
Collection/Line: Lazy River
Item Type: Rotating music box figurine
Model: No. 271
Era: Likely 1970s-1980s
Country of Origin: Japan
Materials: Painted wood, metal movement, string
Color: Natural wood, blue, yellow, white
Theme: Fisherman with ducks
Notable Markings:
"Schmid Hand Painted"
Lazy River Schmid Japan label
Musical movement key marked "S"
📏 Dimensions
Height: ~6 inches
Base Diameter: ~4.25 inches
Weight: ~10-12 oz (estimated)
🧾 Material
Painted wood, metal music movement, textile string.
🌍 Country of Origin
Japan
🗓 Date of Manufacture
Estimated 1970s-1980s based on Schmid import style and Lazy River line.
⚠️ Condition Statement
Good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear.
Observed:
Music mechanism present
Rotating platform functional (assumed - verify before listing live if possible)
Minor paint wear on ducks
Small cosmetic marks on wood base
Fishing line intact
No major cracks or structural damage noted
Overall displays beautifully.
🎵 Fun Fact
Schmid imported thousands of whimsical music boxes from Japan during the 1960s-1980s, and their Lazy River series is especially loved for its peaceful outdoor themes and folk-art charm.
📦 Shipping & Handling
Securely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.
🔁 Returns
Packaged securely with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage. No returns unless not as described/pictured.
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