Glazed Duck Appraisal

Glazed Ceramic Duck Figurine

This is a glazed ceramic figurine depicting a duck or waterfowl, possibly a mallard given the coloring, with its head turned back over its body as if preening or sleeping. The figurine is crafted from ceramic material, likely earthenware or porcelain given the glossy finish, and is hand-painted. The color palette includes a dark, shimmering brown or grey for the head and neck, with a lighter grey or white body featuring a textured or scaled pattern, possibly representing feathers, indicated by incised lines or painted detail. There are accents of yellow/gold, black/dark grey, and orange/red on the body and wing area, consistent with a mallard's plumage. The duck rests upon a rectangular base painted in vibrant blues, mimicking water, with some lighter cream/yellow and blue abstract detailing suggesting reflections or flora. The glaze has an overall glossy appearance. The eyes are small, raised dots in black. There are visible specks or imperfections on the dark head, which could be dust accumulation or minor glaze inconsistencies. The overall condition appears good with no obvious chips or cracks visible from the provided angles. The style suggests it could be from the mid-20th century to late 20th century, common for decorative ceramic animal figures. The craftsmanship appears to be of a moderate quality, with hand-painting evident but without exceptional detail that would indicate high-end artisan work. The base itself is a solid, integral part of the sculpture, indicating careful design and production.