Goebel Hummel Figurine 'Goose Girl' (No. 47)

This is a vintage Goebel Hummel porcelain figurine titled 'Goose Girl', based on the artwork of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel. The piece features a young girl wearing a traditional dirndl with a yellow floral-patterned skirt, a dark brown bodice, and a red polka-dot headscarf tied around her head. She is depicted standing before two large white geese, which have hand-painted orange beaks and subtle grey-brown shading on their feathers to provide texture and depth. The figurine is constructed from high-quality earthenware (ceramic) and finished with the signature matte, hand-painted glaze typical of authentic Hummel pieces. The base is an oval mound with grassy texture. Judging by the color palette and stylistic execution, this piece likely dates to the mid-20th century. While the underside mark is not visible, the craftsmanship displays the classic soft facial features and muted earth-tone colors associated with Goebel's production in West Germany. The condition appears sound with no visible structural chips or significant cracks, though there is a slight matte texture suggesting natural aging. The fine detail in the geese's feathers and the delicate facial painting on the girl serve as hallmarks of genuine mid-century craftsmanship in the Hummel line.