Vintage spider-faced ornament with fur and wire legs, c. 1940s.
Back view of mixed media spider-shaped decoration attributed to 1946 horror era, showing fur-covered body and coiled wire legs.
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Vintage spider-faced ornament with fur and wire legs, c. 1940s.
Back view of mixed media spider-shaped decoration attributed to 1946 horror era, showing fur-covered body and coiled wire legs.

Vintage Spider-Faced Ornament – Mixed Media Object Attributed to The Spider Woman Strikes Back, c. 1940s

$450.00
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Creepy, curious, and strangely captivating. This surreal 1940s mixed-media spider-faced figure has been attributed by collectors to the 1946 horror film The Spider Woman Strikes Back. A one-of-a-kind oddity with theatrical charm and noir-era flair.
Description

Equal parts surrealist sculpture and cinematic relic, this unusual 1940s spider-faced ornament defies easy classification. With coiled wire legs, fur-covered head, and a hand-painted theatrical face, it offers a mix of kitsch, horror, and outsider artistry. Measuring approximately 9 inches wide and just 2.5 inches tall, it’s lightweight and includes a wire loop for hanging—suggesting potential use as a mobile, prop, or eccentric holiday décor.

This piece has been attributed by collectors and vintage cinema historians as a possible production-made object or prop associated with The Spider Woman Strikes Back—a 1946 American horror film starring Gale Sondergaard as Zenobia Dollard. While no formal documentation confirms on-screen use, its design aligns with mid-century horror motifs and novelty prop making from that era, adding to its mystique and collectible value.

Whether considered a creature of mid-century theatre, a folk horror ornament, or a surreal one-off from the golden age of B-movies, this ornament delivers strong visual presence and conversation-starting appeal. A perfect addition to any cabinet of curiosities or film memorabilia collection.
Specifications

Attributed toThe Spider Woman Strikes Backera, c. 1946
Material: Mixed media – coiled wire, fur, hand-painted composite face
Color: Natural fur, red lips, hand-painted facial detailing
Size: Approx. 9 in wide × 2.5 in tall
Includes hanging wire loop
Condition: Vintage with age-appropriate wear
Origin: USA
Additional Information

The Spider Woman Strikes Back (1946) was a Universal horror production starring Gale Sondergaard. Despite its title, it was unrelated to her earlier Sherlock Holmes villainess role. This ornament's theatrical expression, unconventional materials, and hybrid insect-human form resonate with the era’s love for novelty horror, making it a compelling crossover between folk art and movie prop culture.

This piece may never fully reveal its origin, but that’s part of the fun. Its ambiguity—part Hollywood, part homemade—adds to its collectible appeal.