Hummel Figural Wall Plaques / Ornaments featuring Sleeping and Playing Children on Crescents
Ceramic sculpture, decorative wall plaque/ornament set • In the style of M.I. Hummel / Goebel (or similar German/European porcelain manufacturer)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century European Decorative Arts / Kitsch / Folk-inspired Collectibles
Medium & Technique
Glazed porcelain or earthenware with hand-painted polychrome enamel details and metallic gold finishing
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century, likely 1960s-1980s
Dimensions & Format
Small-scale decorative objects, each approximately 4 to 6 inches in length, housed within a cardboard presentation or storage box
Subject Description
Two whimsical figural plaques depicting cherubic or child-like figures interacting with crescent moons. The top figure is a child in a green garment playing a red flute while perched on a pale yellow crescent moon. The bottom figure is a sleeping child with polka-dot pajamas resting on a large, prominent metallic gold crescent moon, accompanied by small white and blue butterfly-like wings. The composition emphasizes playful innocence and dreamlike iconography.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, with minor signs of shelf wear and potential slight rubbing to the painted surfaces typical of vintage collectibles stored in boxes
Estimated Market Value
50 USD - 150 USD
Auction Estimate
30 USD - 80 USD
Provenance History
Acquired through secondary collector markets or estate sales, preserved in a vintage retail or storage cardboard box indicating collector care
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the mid-20th-century boom in charming, sentimental ceramic collectibles marketed for home decoration and nurseries, reflecting the enduring popularity of German porcelain traditions popularized by manufacturers like Goebel and Hummel
Notable Features
Includes two complementary crescent moon designs depicting a musician and a sleeping child, featuring distinct metallic gold glaze accents and delicate hand-painted facial expressions
Condition Issues
Potential minor paint flaking, light surface dust, and minor aging wear to the cardboard box
Conservation Recommendations
Keep stored in a stable, low-humidity environment away from direct sunlight; clean gently with a soft, dry microfiber brush if necessary