Christopher Radko glass angel ornament (not authenticated)

This is a molded glass figural Christmas tree ornament depicting an angel dressed in a teal robe with a white base and gold detailing, holding a star. The piece features hand-painted facial features, golden hair, and applied glitter accents on the robe and halo. Attached to the top crown loop by a thin metal wire is a rectangular paper tag featuring a starburst or compass logo and text reading 'Christopher Radko'. The ornament is suspended on a metal display stand. The item exhibits vibrant coloration with standard hand-painted variations consistent with mouth-blown and hand-painted glass ornaments of this type. The physical attribution in the name rests upon the presence of the paper hangtag, which displays the brand name, though this tag is unverified and not permanently affixed to the item itself. The ornament displays craftsmanship consistent with contemporary or late 20th-century European or Polish artisan glass production, often associated with this brand. Condition appears generally good with intact paint and glitter, though no microscopic inspection has been performed to rule out minor wear or factory imperfections.

Based on what I can see in the photograph, this holiday ornament is a mouth-blown and hand-painted molded glass figural depicting an angel in a teal robe, holding a star, accompanied by a rectangular paper hangtag bearing the text 'Christopher Radko'. I cannot verify from a photo alone whether the paper hangtag is contemporary to the piece, nor can I rule out reproductions, replicas, or items produced 'in the style of' the brand without physical examination. The visual craftsmanship—including the painted facial features, golden hair, and applied glitter accents—appears consistent with late 20th-century artisan glass production, but I would need physical inspection to confirm the glass quality, exact age, and manufacturing techniques. The estimated value range of $60 to $100 assumes that the attribution to Christopher Radko is correct. In the secondary market, demand for holiday ornaments attributed to this brand remains steady among seasonal collectors, though values fluctuate based on condition, original packaging, and rarity. If the piece were determined to be an unauthenticated item, a reproduction, a copy, or simply in the style of the maker without the brand affiliation, the market value would typically decrease significantly, likely falling into the $15 to $35 range. To establish a reliable valuation and address the open attribution, an in-person examination by a decorative arts specialist or expert appraiser is necessary, alongside scrutiny of the hangtag and potential comparison with documented archive pieces.