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Vintage ceramic figurine depicting an elderly Asian fisherman seated with a large decorative vase. The figure is modeled with expressive facial features, traditional clothing, and a cap, holding a large vessel decorated with a stylized dragon motif. The piece combines figural sculpture with a vessel form, suggesting it may have originally functioned as a decorative vase or spill holder.
Asian-themed figural ceramics such as this were popular decorative pieces throughout the mid-20th century, often produced as export wares and displayed as conversation pieces in home décor collections.
Key Details:
• Maker / Brand: Unmarked
• Material: Hand-painted ceramic
• Style / Theme: Asian fisherman figure with dragon-decorated vessel
• Components Included: One figural sculpture with integrated vase
• Notable Features: Detailed facial expression, seated fisherman figure, hand-painted robe, dragon motif vessel, sculptural decorative form
Condition:
Pre-owned condition with visible wear consistent with age and handling. Minor paint wear and surface marks present. Small chips are visible around the base and edges in the provided images.
A distinctive decorative sculpture appealing to collectors of vintage Asian-themed ceramics, figural pottery, and mid-century decorative art pieces.