How to clean this?

[bullgill]

Picked this up for $1. I think it is early 1900's?

I was thinking oxalic acid would do the trick but would it eat the paint and the porcelain?

Any info on the piece and how to clean it is greatly appreciated.

 

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[bullgill]

I am thinking maybe I'll try soaking it in vinegar.

 

[Goldenplug]

Maybe try lemon juice and salt. Scrubbing pad... Go easy on the harsh chemicals.

 

[bullgill]

I put it in cider vinegar about six hours ago and I scrubbed it with a bottle brush for a minute, the rust was dissolving. I guess I'll leave it in there for a weak then try scrubbing.

 

[bullgill]

Got a good start on it, some residual stains remain and I do not think they will ever be removed. I rubbed off some paint and detail in some spots. I should have waited longer before trying I think. I am not patient when it comes to things like this. lol

 

[bullgill]

Found one listed on flea bay Empty German Bisque Schafer Vater NIP Ballerina with Huge Champagne Bottle | eBay

 

[Goldenplug]

Looks like you made a good purchase!

 

[sunrunner]

real cool.

 

[bullgill]

Almost done!!

Been soaking in vinegar since I made this post, the vinegar was not enough so I put it in my hydrochloric bucket for 10 minutes and it came out pearly white. I have to figure out how to get the gray staining off of the top, scrubbing is working but not well.

 

[Bass]

Nice job. Thanks for the follow-up