Pig Figurine Appraisal

Whimsical Anthropomorphic Laughing Pig Figurine

This item is a medium-sized decorative figurine depicting an anthropomorphic pig in a seated, animated pose. The figure is seated atop a dark, roughly textured base that resembles a rock or mound of earth. The pig is rendered in a realistic yet whimsical style, featuring a fleshy pink and off-white color palette with subtle variations in tone to suggest muscle and skin folds. Its snout is turned upward, its mouth is open in a wide laugh, and one fore-trotter is raised as if in a gesturing or waving motion. The material appears to be a cast resin or cold-cast ceramic, exhibiting a matte, slightly porous finish rather than a high-gloss glaze. The craftsmanship includes detailed anatomical features such as wrinkled skin around the neck and eyes, clearly defined trotters, and expressive facial molding. Regarding condition, there is visible surface wear including small scuffs and areas where the pink pigment has faded or rubbed off, particularly on the belly and limbs, revealing the lighter base material beneath. A blue inventory or price sticker is currently affixed to the center of the figure's torso. Based on the style and material construction, this piece likely dates from the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s) and appears to be a mass-produced collectible rather than a unique artist-signed sculpture, though it lacks visible maker's marks in this view.