Asian, Oriental, Chinese, Japanese, Japan Celluloid: One of the earliest plastics, used commonly before the second world war , derived from cellulose, a natural resin formed from plant fibers, first synthesized around 1870 as a synthetic ivory. It can be cut, rolled, folded, perforated, ironed, turned, or embossed when heated, but cannot be injected or molded. Celluloid is flammable and deteriorates easily if exposed to moisture. jewelry made of celluloid was often set with rhinestones. Hair combs and other dresser articles are still often made of celluloid today. Also called French ivory, Ivoride, Ivorine, Ivorite. Also known as Radite, Pyroxalin, Permanite, and Pyralin
Rickshaw with Lady and Coolie
Markings/Maker: Unmarked
Material: Celluloid
Accents: The details are amazing, the man's hat is hand painted silver and ribbed as a real one would be, his traditional outfit is also painted; The Lady is holding a hand painted umbrella and what looks like a bouquet of flowers, she is wearing a handpainted Kimono the piece is a natural ecru color
Condition: Estate wonderful
Size: approx. 3 1/2" wide x 1 1/2" and 3 1/2" high
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