Enamel Goose Ornament Appraisal

Fabergé-Style Enamel Goose Christmas Ornament by NYCO International

This is a highly decorative Christmas ornament featuring a stylized white goose or duck resting in a golden wire nest. The item is constructed using a metal base finished with multi-colored enamel and gold-toned filigree outlining. The body of the bird is rendered in a pearlescent white enamel with intricate gold-toned scale patterns representing feathers. It features a festive green and gold enameled wreath around its neck and an orange-gold beak. The bird is seated in a 'nest' comprised of intertwined gold-toned wire. Attached is an original paper hangtag that explicitly references the work of Peter Carl Fabergé, jeweler to the Russian Czars, indicating it is a modern tribute piece rather than an original antique. The tag identifies the manufacturer as NYCO International Inc., with a 2005 copyright date and 'Made in China' designation. The craftsmanship attempts to mimic high-end cloisonné or guilloché techniques. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible chips to the enamel, though minor surface oxidation or dust may be present due to age. It includes a gold metallic hanging string for display.