Collect an Angel

Technically not truly vintage, but definitely very collectible!

I love these little angle figurines.  They are vintage 2000 so really technically not yet "Vintage"--give them another 5 to 10 years.  But they are highly collectible and each one has a unique name.  Made by Willow Tree from Willow Creek, these angels range in price from about $17 and up.  The originals are made by Susan Lordi, a Kansas city artist.  Only a few of the angels have been "retired" thus far.  

Her originals are carved from wood. Then they are sent to a factory in China where they are molded and made from a form of resin.  Finally they are hand painted. The figures and angels are created in a rustic or country style.  The fact that the faces are blank is an artistic decision meant to symbolize every one. The angels and figures are created to celebrate specific occasions or feelings. 

Even if these not-yet-vintage angels don't appeal to your vintage loving soul, it is always possible to create a unique vintage or antique angel collection.  One could in fact start with vintage angel Christmas ornaments or tree toppers, like this one my mom made for me 50 years ago.  A collection of misfit angels can make a truly lovely vintage vignette especially around the holidays.