Musical Angel Appraisal

Angel Figurine with Musical Instrument

This is a vintage-style ceramic or porcelain figurine depicting a cherubic angel playing a stringed instrument, possibly a mandolin or banjo. The figurine stands upright, approximately 6-8 inches tall based on its size relative to the hand holding it. It features a young angel with pudgy cheeks, large, expressive eyes, a small nose, and a delicately painted mouth, looking slightly upwards. The hair is sculpted in waves and painted a reddish-brown color. The angel is dressed in a flowing, floor-length robe or gown, colored in a muted, creamy yellow or beige, with darker brown accents suggesting folds and drapery. Two light-colored, possibly off-white or light beige, wings are attached to the angel's back, featuring sculpted feather details. The instrument held by the angel is a light brown, circular-bodied string instrument with a long neck and white strings, detailed with a darker brown trim. The overall condition appears good with no obvious chips, cracks, or significant paint loss visible from the photo, though some minor surface dirt or age-related discoloration might be present, particularly on the lighter-colored robe which shows some darker smudges or staining. The craftsmanship suggests a mass-produced item from the mid-20th century, likely 1950s-1970s, characteristic of decorative ceramicware from that period. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided image.