Stangl Crackled Birds

Stangl introduced Antique Ivory and Turquiose Blue Crackled birds in 1941. These crackled birds were made by dipping the birds in a dye and then covering them with a clear glaze. Originally six birds were available in both finishes. They were the 3273 rooster, the 3274 penquin, the 3276 bluebird, the 3400S lovebird, the 3405S cockatoo, and the 3444 cardinal. At least eight others can also be found in one or both finishes. They are the 3401S wren-original, the 3402S oriole-original, the 3402S oriole-revised, the 3404D lovebirds-original, the 3405D pair of cockatoos-original, the 3406S kingfisher, the 3406D pair of kingfishers, and the 3407 owl.