Goebel Hummel Porcelain Childhood Figurines

Updated August 28, 2026

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Lot number296
Estimate100.00 - 200.00 USD
CategoryPottery, China & Glass
AuctionJewelry, Art Glass & Fine Art Multi Platform
DateSeptember 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM EDT
Auction houseKellies Estate Services
LocationOkemos, Michigan

A set of four hand-painted glazed ceramic figurines designed by M.I. Hummel and produced by Goebel. The group includes the Merry Wanderer carrying an umbrella and bag, the Little Scholar wearing spectacles beside a small doll, the Cobbler holding multiple pairs of boots, and the Goose Girl tending to two large white geese. Each figurine features a circular base with the underglaze blue TMK-2 Full Bee mark, consisting of a stylized V with a bumblebee inside. The pieces are marked with various factory stamps including Germany, West Germany, and Western Germany. Model numbers incised on the undersides include 109/0, 127, and 47 3/0. Two figurines retain their original gold-tone paper labels for The Cobbler and Goose Girl.Merry Wanderer Height: 5 inchesLittle Scholar Height: 5.5 inchesThe Cobbler Height: 5 inchesGoose Girl Height: 4.5 inchesThe collection is in good overall vintage condition. Fine crazing is present across the glazed surfaces of all four bases, with the most significant coverage appearing on the Cobbler figurine. There are no visible chips, cracks, or structural repairs to the figures or their accessories.

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