
Hummel-style porcelain figurine of a child/peasant boy
Estimated Value
$20-$75
Small hand-painted porcelain figurine depicting a rosy-cheeked child in rustic clothing and bonnet, posed in a lively walking or marching stance on a round base. The modeling, facial expression, and soft painted details are strongly reminiscent of Hummel-style figures or similar mid-century German porcelain collectibles. The piece appears decorative rather than functional, with glazed or semi-matte finish and hand-applied color accents on the face, clothing, and shoes.
Era
Mid-20th century (likely 1940s-1960s), with possible later production
Origin
Germany (likely), or a German-style export piece
Material
Painted porcelain or bisque porcelain
Condition
Good overall condition with visible age-related wear, light surface soiling, and minor paint wear; no obvious major chips or cracks visible from the image
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 4 to 6 inches tall
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - The style is consistent with authentic mid-century porcelain figurines, but the maker's mark, base stamp, and underside are not visible, so attribution remains uncertain
Provenance
Likely produced as a decorative collectible in Germany or a German-inspired porcelain factory; exact maker cannot be confirmed from the image because no base mark is visible
Historical Significance
Hummel-style figurines became widely collected in the 20th century, especially after World War II, representing sentimental European child imagery and domestic craftsmanship. While not especially rare, they are notable as a major category of postwar decorative porcelain collecting.
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