1998 Harmony Kingdom Antipasto Anteater Box Figurine

This authentic marble resin box figurine originates from a nostalgic era of highly detailed English cottage industry art collectibles, masterfully carved by master artist Peter Calvesbert as part of the Small Treasure Jest subset within the Treasure Jest collection. Hand-carved in 1997 and released for global distribution in early 1998, this retired piece features a whimsical group of two adult anteaters and one youngster attempting a feast upon an aggressive nest of seventeen ants armed with hand grenades and a mousetrap. The two-piece lift-off construction opens to reveal an exclusive hidden interior surprise featuring the anteaters' family cookbook with gourmet ant recipes. Intricate exterior details include a slipped-knife inscription reading "Leaf Futters Rule" alongside standard production hallmarks native to this specific English production run. This vintage collectible comes complete with its original green manufacturer storage box and official registration booklet.