Yamada Originals Appraisal

Yamada Originals 'Through the Eyes of Love' Limited Edition Musical Collectible

The item is a musical collectible, likely a figurine or a portion of a larger decorative piece, made from ceramic or porcelain with a glazed finish. The dominant color visible on the base is white, with some areas featuring a brown or bronzed accent, possibly imitation wood grain or an antiqued finish, particularly on what appears to be decorative elements like chair legs or a frame. There is a small floral design on a rounded element, showing light purple and green hues, suggesting hand-painted details. The base of the item is hollowed out to accommodate the musical mechanism. A light-colored wooden panel is affixed to the base with two visible screws, securing the music box components. The winding key for the music box is a standard metal design, showing some normal wear consistent with age and use. Observable condition issues include some scuffing and discoloration along the bottom edges of the white ceramic base, suggesting it has been moved or displayed. There are also what appear to be dirt marks or minor residue in the crevices of the design. The item bears several important markings. A label on the wooden panel indicates 'Yamada Originals Musical Collectible Limited Edition 1995'. It also specifies 'Schmid 1995' and 'Hand Painted'. Furthermore, there's a small white sticker with 'Schmid' and 'SRI LANKA' printed on it, along with the phrase 'THROUGH THE EYES OF LOVE'. A blue sticker, possibly an original price tag or an identification tag, is also present near the winding key. Based on the '1995' markings, the item dates to the mid-1990s. The 'Hand Painted' and 'Limited Edition' notations suggest a certain level of craftsmanship and exclusivity, typical of collector's items rather than mass-produced utilitarian objects. The overall design suggests a vintage decorative aesthetic from the specified period.