Ceramic Mouse Appraisal

Porcelain Mouse Figurine with Berry Basket and Cookies

This item is a charming porcelain figurine depicting a brown mouse sitting upright, holding a woven basket and a small blue plate with what appear to be cookies or berries. The mouse is predominantly brown with lighter beige or cream-colored underbelly and inner ears, which are large and prominent. It has small, dark eyes and a delicate snout. A tiny blue bow is tied adorably on top of its head, between its ears. The mouse is holding a basket that appears to be woven, with green and possibly other colored items 'inside' it, suggesting a harvest or gathering theme. In its other paw, it holds a small, round blue plate containing three individual circular items, likely cookies or small red berries, each with a dot of white in the center, giving them a frosted appearance. The mouse is perched atop a small, rounded pedestal base that is white with blue polka dots or decorative elements around its circumference. The overall construction appears to be ceramic or porcelain, with a glossy finish. The painting is detailed, especially on the mouse's fur and facial features, indicating a decent level of craftsmanship, though some of the details, like the bow, appear to be hand-painted and slightly irregular, adding to its artisanal charm. There are no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear on the figurine itself, suggesting good preservation or careful handling. The style is characteristic of decorative porcelain animal figurines, often popular from the mid-20th century onwards. Its exact age cannot be determined without a maker's mark, but it likely falls into the vintage or contemporary decorative collectibles category.