Porcelain Miniature Pig by Belleek
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical porcelain pig made by the Belleek Pottery Ltd. of Ireland, circa 1980s
Category
Mid-20th Century Irish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Belleek Ireland Pig
Pair of Porcelain Miniature Pigs by Belleek
$250Sale Price / set|41% Off
Pair of Porcelain Miniature Pigs by Belleek
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
Cute pair of whimsical porcelain pigs by Belleek Pottery Ltd. of Ireland, circa 1980s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Irish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
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Porcelain Miniature Pig by Belleek
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical porcelain pig made by the Belleek Pottery Ltd. of Ireland, circa 1980s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Irish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
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