Snowy Owl Porcelain Figurine in Flight

This item is a small-scale, hand-painted porcelain or ceramic figurine of a Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) depicted mid-flight. The owl is portrayed with widespread, horizontally arched wings, taking off from or landing on a textured, rocky-style base that features a combination of grey and white tones to simulate stone and snow. The bird’s plumage is primarily white with characteristic dark brown or black spotting along the upper wings and head. The face features detailed amber-colored eyes and a small dark beak, with visible talons gripping the base. In terms of construction, the piece displays delicate modeling, particularly in the thin edges of the wings, and appears to have a matte or bisque finish rather than a high-gloss glaze. The condition from the top-down perspective seems fair, though the wingtips are historically points of vulnerability for breakage in this style of ceramic work; no immediate cracks or repairs are visible in the image, but slight surface soiling may be present. This style is consistent with late 20th-century decorative collectibles produced by companies such as Boehm, Kaiser, or Lefton. The craftsmanship shows a high level of anatomical detail for a commercial piece, specifically in the feather texture and the intensity of the bird's expression.