Potter Figurine Appraisal

Beswick Beatrix Potter 'Mole' Figurine

This item is a ceramic figurine depicting a mole, most likely from the Beswick Beatrix Potter series, given its style and the proximity to what appears to be another Beatrix Potter character (possibly Peter Rabbit or similar) in the background. The mole figurine stands upright on a rounded, irregular base designed to resemble excavated earth with patches of green grass. The mole itself is rendered in shades of dark grey and brown, with a smooth, glossy finish that suggests it is made of glazed porcelain or ceramic. It has small, alert eyes and a pinkish snout. Its short, stubby arms are engaged in holding a white, shovel-like tool, indicating an activity common to moles, such as digging. The base features a textured, earthy brown color with highlights of lighter brown or beige, giving it a somewhat organic and natural appearance. Green accents represent tufts of grass, adding to the outdoor setting. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, with attention to detail in the molding and hand-painted elements. There are no immediately visible chips, cracks, or repairs on the figurine itself, and the glaze appears intact and vibrant. The overall condition seems excellent. Beswick figurines from the Beatrix Potter series were produced from 1948 until the pottery closed in 1998, placing this item likely within that timeframe, suggesting it is a vintage piece. The artistic style is characteristic of the Beatrix Potter illustrations, aiming for an anthropomorphic yet naturalistic representation of the animal.