
Vintage Hummel-style Ceramic Figurine with Birdhouse and Girl
This is a vintage ceramic figurine depicts a young girl standing next to an oversized birdhouse mounted on a rustic post. The figurine stands approximately 6 to 8 inches tall and is constructed from kiln-fired earthenware or porcelain with a matte glaze finish, characteristic of Goebel Hummel pieces or high-quality mid-century Japanese imitations. The color palette consists of earthy tones: a dark brown roof, tan birdhouse walls, a textured green grassy base, and a girl wearing a dark bodice, reddish-orange headscarf with white polka dots, and lavender shoes. A small bluebird is visible peering out of the circular entrance of the birdhouse. Notable features include the intricate hand-painted details on the girl's face, specifically the large downcast eyes and delicate eyelashes, and the textured wood grain molded into the post. The condition appears fair to good for its age, with a visible layer of surface dust and some minor pockmarks in the casting, though no major chips or structural cracks are immediately apparent from the front view. The style suggests an origin in the 1950s or 1960s, reflecting the post-WWII popularity of German-style 'Innocence' figurines. The craftsmanship is evidenced by the multi-layered paint application on the basket of flowers and the girl's patterned socks.
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Estimated Value
$15.00 - $35.00
Basic Information
Category
Collectibles / Decorative Ceramics
Appraised On
April 14, 2026
Estimated Value
$15.00 - $35.00
Item Description
This is a vintage ceramic figurine depicts a young girl standing next to an oversized birdhouse mounted on a rustic post. The figurine stands approximately 6 to 8 inches tall and is constructed from kiln-fired earthenware or porcelain with a matte glaze finish, characteristic of Goebel Hummel pieces or high-quality mid-century Japanese imitations. The color palette consists of earthy tones: a dark brown roof, tan birdhouse walls, a textured green grassy base, and a girl wearing a dark bodice, reddish-orange headscarf with white polka dots, and lavender shoes. A small bluebird is visible peering out of the circular entrance of the birdhouse. Notable features include the intricate hand-painted details on the girl's face, specifically the large downcast eyes and delicate eyelashes, and the textured wood grain molded into the post. The condition appears fair to good for its age, with a visible layer of surface dust and some minor pockmarks in the casting, though no major chips or structural cracks are immediately apparent from the front view. The style suggests an origin in the 1950s or 1960s, reflecting the post-WWII popularity of German-style 'Innocence' figurines. The craftsmanship is evidenced by the multi-layered paint application on the basket of flowers and the girl's patterned socks.
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