Craft Figurine Appraisal

Bead and Washer Figurine

This is a small, whimsical figurine resembling a person, constructed primarily from stacked and strung beads, washers, and other small components. The head appears to be a wooden bead, stained or treated to a light brown color, with a small, flat black disc suggesting a hat. The torso is formed from several dark brown or black flat circular pieces, possibly washers or specific bead types, stacked vertically. The arms and legs are created from lighter-colored, translucent, and opaque beads, strung together. These extremities appear to be somewhat flexible due to their construction. The hands and feet are indicated by smaller black or dark brown discs. The overall size is small, appearing to be just a few inches in length. The materials suggest it is a handmade item, possibly a craft project or a folk art piece. There are no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible in the image. The condition appears to be relatively good, with no obvious breaks or significant damage, though there might be light surface dirt visible on some of the lighter beads. The simplicity of the design and the use of readily available materials suggest a charming, possibly vintage, homemade toy or decorative item.