Victorian Figurine Appraisal

Victorian Gentleman Porcelain Figurine

This item is a porcelain figurine depicting a Victorian-era gentleman, likely in a traveling or business context given his attire and accessories. The figure stands upright on a textured, earth-toned base, suggesting a ground surface. He has a bald head with some grey hair visible above his ears, a prominent nose, and a neatly trimmed mustache. His expression appears somewhat content or perhaps slightly weary, with subtly rendered eyes and a small mouth. He is dressed in a red tailcoat, a striped yellow and brown waistcoat, dark trousers, and black shoes. A black cravat or bow tie is visible at his neck. In his left hand, he holds a small, rectangular briefcase or valise, and in his right hand, a dark top hat. The details of his clothing, such as the stripes on the waistcoat and the lapels of the coat, are finely painted. A visible gold chain, possibly a watch chain, runs across his stomach, indicating attention to period detail. The figurine appears to be made of glazed ceramic or porcelain, with a smooth, glossy finish on the attire and skin. There are no obvious signs of significant damage like chips or cracks from the visible angles, but a closer inspection would be needed to confirm overall condition. The colors are rich and distinct, indicating good quality painting. The style suggests a mid-20th-century production, though it emulates an earlier, 19th-century aesthetic. No manufacturer's marks or signatures are visible in the provided image.