Overview
A graceful, monochromatic porcelain figurine of a quail, featuring a brilliant white glaze and intricate molded feather detailing.
Preliminary identification
Mid-Century White Porcelain Quail Figurine
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
Post-war households in the 1950s underwent a dramatic 'cleansing' of the palette, moving away from the heavy, floral patterns of the Victorian era toward the sleek lines of Modernism.
Maker / Origin
While the specific maker's mark is not visible, this style is consistent with the high-quality export porcelain produced by German firms like Goebel or Japanese workshops in the Seto region.
Condition & Value
The figurine appears to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing. The beak and tail—the most vulnerable points—appear intact. Excellent preservation of the glaze keeps the value stable. Value is driven by the 'all-white' aesthetic which is currently very popular in modern interior design.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD