Puppy Figurine Appraisal

Girl with Puppy "Friendship" Figurine

This is a ceramic or porcelain figurine depicting a young girl with a puppy on a rectangular base. The girl appears to be in an early childhood stage, rendered with soft, rounded features typical of collectible figurines. Her hair is light brown or blonde, styled into two small pigtails tied with what appear to be red bows, though the color might be a muted pink-red. She is wearing a cream or off-white dress adorned with small, repetitive patterns of stylized flowers in a light brown or tan color, along with scattered red dots. Her shoes are notably red, contrasted with white socks that have a distinct ribbed or folded top edge. She is looking downwards with a gentle expression toward a small, light brown puppy positioned next to her left leg. The puppy also has soft, childlike features, consistent with the overall charming aesthetic of the piece. The base is a simple, light tan or beige rectangle with a slightly raised edge on the right side, providing stability to the figurine. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or repairs, suggesting good preservation. The colors are muted and pastel, implying a potential manufacturing period from the mid-to-late 20th century, consistent with brands known for sentimental or cute ceramic collectibles. The craftsmanship indicates mass production with hand-painted details, characteristic of companies like Goebel (Hummel) or similar manufacturers.