Goebel Hummel Figurine 'Goose Girl' (#47)

This is a porcelain figurine titled 'Goose Girl', a classic design from the M.I. Hummel collection produced by Goebel in Germany. The piece depicts a young girl in a red polka-dot kerchief and a yellow dress, tending to two large white geese. It is crafted from fine earthenware (ceramic) and hand-painted in a soft, muted palette typical of Hummel pieces. The base is an oval mound with green texturing to represent grass. A visible gold or tan sticker on the front of the base confirms the title. Measuring approximately 4 to 5 inches in height, the figurine shows significant visible damage: there is a noticeable white chip or loss of ceramic on the girl's left cheek/jawline. The surface exhibits a matte finish with fine crazing likely present upon closer inspection, which is common for older Hummel pieces. The style suggests mid-20th-century production. Identification of the specific 'trademark' (TMK) era would require viewing the base markings. This iconic design was modeled by Arthur Moeller in 1936.