A Pair of Mid-20th Century Cast Brass Novelty Drunk Man and Lamp Post Trays

A pair of small decorative trays of cast brass construction, likely intended for use as ashtrays or pin trays. Each piece features a figurative cast model of a man in a hat leaning against a street lamp post, a popular mid-20th-century novelty trope often referred to as a tipsy or drunk man. The items are constructed from solid cast brass with a polished finish that has developed a natural patina over time. The figures are secured to the oval, recessed bases via single screws visible on the underside. No maker’s marks or hallmarks are present on either item.

Width: approximately 100mm per base.