{HISTORY}

Not only cute but also clever, ceramic pie birds were first invented in Britain during the 1800s as a way to let steam escape from double-crust pies while baking in the oven. Due to their unique shape, these little charmers prevented pie juices from bubbling over and prevented top crusts from sagging in the center. 

America caught on to these affable kitchen helpers in the 1920s, and since then, birds and pies have been constant companions throughout the 20th century and are still a popular baking accessory today. Made by many different companies throughout the past one hundred years, pie birds come in all shapes and sizes, and even include other types of animals and figures, too. In the case of the non-avian varieties, they are known as pie vents instead of pie birds.

This pink duckling falls under the pie vent category, even though technically, he is part of the bird family. The original pie birds made in Britain were all white, but they soon came to be designed in a rainbow of different colors, giving them distinct personalities and an array of colorful character. 

This duckling was made in 1945 for Ebling & Reuss, the German-American import company, and came in three colors: yellow, pink, and blue. A tall kitchen helper measuring  5" inches in height, she features dark grey airbrushed wings, a rose pink body, and a yellow beak and feet.

Little characters of the kitchen for sure, pie birds and vents are equally prized for display purposes as much as baking needs these days. Whether this is your first foray into the land of vintage cooking accessories or you are looking for a new pal to keep you company in the kitchen, this darling 80-year-old duckling brings instant history to your space and delight to your day. 

{SPECIAL FEATURES}

- Duckling shape

- Tall size

 - Colors include salmon pink, slate grey, and lemon yellow

{CONDITION}

In lovely vintage condition, this pie vent contains no chips or cracks, with the exception of three tiny age-old nicks on its beak. Delicate light crazing lines throughout lend authentic history and add a beautiful aged look Please see photos.

{SIZE}

Measures 5" inches (height) x 3" inches (length) x 1.5' inches (width at widest part) and weighs 3.5 oz