Goebel Hummel 'Joyful' Ashtray (Hum 33)

This is a vintage earthenware porcelain ashtray featuring the 'Joyful' figurine design, manufactured by W. Goebel Porzellanfabrik in Germany. The piece depicts a young girl sitting and playing a mandolin or guitar, wearing a traditional red kerchief, a dotted shirt, and brown shoes. Next to her sits a small black bird perched on the edge of a shallow, cream-colored circular ash bowl which includes a single cigarette rest. The figurine stands approximately 3 to 4 inches tall. It is crafted with a matte finish and hand-painted in a muted, earthy color palette characteristic of Berta Hummel’s artwork from the mid-20th century. The construction shows fine detail in the facial expression and the bird's posture. Based on the style and typical production runs for Hum 33, it likely dates between the 1950s and 1970s. The condition appears fair to good, with visible crazing on the interior of the bowl and some minor surface grime, which is common in older Hummel pieces. There are no immediate signs of large chips or structural repairs, though the patina suggests light previous use as a functional item rather than just a display piece.