Vintage Japanese Bisque Porcelain Northern Cardinal Figurine

This is a vintage hand-painted bisque (unglazed) porcelain figurine depicting a male Northern Cardinal perched atop a wooden branch. The bird is rendered in a vibrant tomato-red palette with a characteristic black facial mask around a conical, pale-grey beak and a prominent crest. The feathers are detailed with molded textures on the wings and tail. The base features a naturalistic branch with green leaves and a single white flower, likely a dogwood or magnolia blossom, resting on a textured grey and green stony base. Typical of mid-20th-century Japanese imports (circa 1950s-1970s), the piece shows delicate craftsmanship. Condition-wise, it appears to be in good vintage state, though there is a visible layer of surface dust and minor grime in the crevices of the feathers and blossoms, which is common for matte bisque finishes as they are porous. There are no immediate signs of chips on the fragile flower petals or beak, which are common points of failure for these items. While specific maker's marks are not visible in the photo, the style is highly indicative of manufacturers like Lefton, Enesco, or Homco that sourced heavily from Japanese porcelain factories during this period.