
Marked ceramic/porcelain base of a small decorative vessel or figurine
Estimated Value
$20-$80
The image shows the underside of a cream-colored ceramic or porcelain object with a molded maker's mark and impressed numbers. The mark appears to be a stylized lamp or lantern-like emblem above the number 235C and a separate 8 below. The base is fully glazed and slightly recessed, suggesting a finished decorative piece such as a small vase, figurine, lamp base, or table ornament. The impressed numbering likely indicates a model, mold, or pattern number rather than a date. The craftsmanship appears mass-produced but of decent quality, consistent with mid-century decorative ceramics.
Era
Mid-20th century (approximately 1940s-1960s)
Origin
Likely European, possibly German or Scandinavian; exact origin unknown
Material
Glazed ceramic or porcelain
Condition
Good overall condition with visible age-related surface wear, minor grime/discoloration around the foot rim, and no obvious major chips or cracks visible in this view
Physical Details
Dimensions
Unknown; based on the visible base, likely a small to medium object approximately 4 to 10 inches tall overall
Weight
Light to Medium
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - The base, glaze, and impressed mark appear consistent with an authentic vintage ceramic piece, but the maker and exact model cannot be confirmed from this image alone
Provenance
Likely from a commercial ceramic manufacturer; the mark suggests factory production rather than studio pottery. Exact maker cannot be confidently identified from this single underside image.
Historical Significance
Mid-century decorative ceramics are collectible for their design, maker marks, and period styling. If the maker can be identified, the piece may have greater interest to collectors of that manufacturer.
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