Wash Day Figurine Appraisal

Goebel Hummel Figurine: Wash Day (Hum 160)

This is a Goebel Hummel porcelain figurine titled 'Wash Day' (model number Hum 160). The piece depicts a young girl in traditional German attire, including a red checkered headscarf, a striped blouse, and a pink apron with white patterns. She is shown leaning over a wicker laundry basket filled with white clothes, holding a damp white garment that she appears to be wringing out or Hanging. The figurine is crafted from glazed earthenware with a matte finish, characteristic of the W. Goebel Porzellanfabrik company. Its color palette features soft, muted earth tones typical of Berta Hummel’s original sketches, including soft reds, browns, and creams. The craftsmanship is evident in the delicate facial features, such as the puckered mouth and rosy cheeks, and the intricate texturing of the basket. The figurine stands on an oval-shaped, cream-colored base. Based on the style and typical markings of this series (though the bottom is not visible), this piece likely dates from the 1960s to mid-1990s. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant crazing, though light dust accumulation is present in the crevices of the laundry basket and the girl's hair. The hand-painted details remain vibrant, and the glaze retains its original satin-matte texture.