Goebel Hummel Figurine: Barnyard Hero

This is a vintage glazed porcelain figurine, commonly known as a Goebel Hummel, likely the 'Barnyard Hero' (Hum 195) or a similar variant from the poultry feeder series. The item stands approximately 4 to 5 inches tall and features a young girl in traditional Germanic attire, including a dark blue headscarf, a red dress, and a blue cross-hatched apron. She is depicted holding a small bowl with a chick, while larger ducks and smaller chicks congregate at her feet. The color palette is characteristic of mid-20th-century Hummels, utilizing soft, muted earth tones and matte glazes that emphasize the hand-painted details of the faces and clothing textures. The craftsmanship shows the classic artistic style of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel, characterized by soulful expressions and rounded, childlike proportions. The construction is solid molded earthenware with a circular cream-colored base. Regarding condition, the figurine appears to be in good vintage state with no immediate signs of large chips or structural repairs; however, light surface crazing may be present upon close inspection, which is typical for glazed pieces of this age. The paint remains vibrant, though there is minor dust accumulation in the crevices. While the bottom mark is not visible in this view, these pieces typically feature the Goebel V-with-bee or TMK trademark stamps, placing its manufacture likely between the 1950s and 1970s.