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Vintage MMA 'William' Hippopotamus
This hard to find 'William the Hippo' figurine was produced for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Made in Italy of high quality ceramic with hand painted Egyptian themed decorations. Beneath the blue glaze, the body is adorned with lotus flowers, buds and leaves. Marked on the bottom 'MMA' (Metropolitan Museum of Art).
This fun vintage piece is a reproduction of 'William' one of The Met's premier artifacts: a brilliant blue faience hippopotamus sculpture of ancient Egyptian origin.
Dimensions: 19cm x 12cm
SellerPark Lane Antiques
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Chester
Cheshire
Tel : 07751 800479
Non UK callers : +44 7751 800479
This fun vintage piece is a reproduction of 'William' one of The Met's premier artifacts: a brilliant blue faience hippopotamus sculpture of ancient Egyptian origin.
Dimensions: 19cm x 12cm
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 21/MAY/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Category Antique Ceramics
Period 1960s Antiques
Material Ceramic
Origin Italian
Item code as889a392
Status Sold
£140.00 
$187.77 
€161.97 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 21/MAY/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
View all stock from
Park Lane Antiques
Private dealerBy appointment only
Chester
Cheshire
Tel : 07751 800479
Non UK callers : +44 7751 800479
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