Norman Rockwell 'The Caroler' Figurine

This is a vintage hand-painted ceramic or porcelain figurine based on the Americana illustrations of Norman Rockwell. The piece depicts a young boy dressed in winter attire, singing from a hymnal or songbook. He wears a teal or hunter green heavy coat with matching trousers, orange mittens, and an orange and white patterned scarf draped prominently over his front. His head is covered by a grey cap and a red hood or scarf tied under the chin. At his feet sits a small brown dog, looking up at him. The character is standing on a white pedestal base that simulates snow. The front of the base is clearly inscribed with the 'Norman Rockwell' signature stamp in a dark pigment. The craftsmanship shows stylized facial features typical of mid-to-late 20th-century collectible figurines, finished with a matte or bisque texture rather than a high-gloss glaze. In terms of condition, there appears to be slight surface dust and minor age-related wear, but no visible chips, cracks, or significant paint loss from the primary frontal view. This style of figurine was popular in the 1970s and 1980s, often produced under license by companies like The Norman Rockwell Museum or Gorham. The color palette is vibrant with warm autumnal and winter tones, maintaining the nostalgic aesthetic associated with Rockwell's Saturday Evening Post era style.