Animal Toby Jug Appraisal

The German Shepard Figurine / Toby Jug (Man's Best Friend Series, Third Edition)

This item is a ceramic figurine or toby jug depicting a German Shepherd dog, specifically identified as 'The German Shepard' from the 'Man's Best Friend Series'. It is a 'Third Edition' and is part of a limited edition run, numbered 231 out of 5000. The primary colors observable are black and shades of brown/tan for the dog, with details suggesting a uniform, possibly green or tan, and a dark cap. The construction appears to be molded ceramic with painted details. The piece functions as a closed vessel, likely a toby jug, given the removable head/top visible in one of the smaller images, which reveals a hollow interior. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, with clear detailing on the dog's features and uniform. The base of the item, as shown in the main image, is white and flat, displaying legible manufacturing details. There are no obvious signs of significant wear, damage, or repairs visible in the provided images, suggesting it is in good condition. The back of the item shows the manufacturing mark, a shield-like logo beneath a crown, with the text 'Made in Germany', indicating its origin. The style suggests it could be a modern collectible, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century, given the limited edition numbering and series titling, indicative of contemporary collectible market trends. The overall impression is that of a well-preserved, mass-produced collectible item designed for display.