Vintage Hummel Figurine #111 "Wayside Harmony" (Goebel, W. Germany) 🇩🇪👦🐦

This is a Genuine Vintage Hummel Figurine from the mid-century Goebel production era, titled "Wayside Harmony." It depicts a boy seated on a wooden fence next to a bird.

• Maker: Goebel, W. Germany (Marked).

• Era: TMK-4 Period (Implied), Impressed Date 1968.

• Model No.: #111, "Wayside Harmony".

2. Item Details & Design ✨🎨

The figurine represents a classic, sentimental scene:

• Pose: Boy in traditional German shorts (lederhosen) and cap, sitting casually on a rustic fence next to a purple bird.

• Painting: Hand-painted in the classic Hummel soft, matte palette, with excellent detail on the wooden texture of the fence and the boy's clothes.

• Mark: Clear impressed date 1968 and underglaze Goebel W Germany mark. The printed title "Wayside Harmony" is on the base edge.

3. CONDITION NOTE (CRITICAL) ⚠️

• Visible Repair: The bird on the fence post has been broken and re-glued. The repair is clearly visible where the bird meets the post. This must be disclosed to the buyer and results in a significant price adjustment.

4. The Ideal Collector 💡🧐

This item is perfect for:

• Collectors seeking a Vintage Hummel Model #111 with the highly desirable Mid-Century W. Germany Mark.

• Buyers looking for an affordable display copy of a rare Hummel that might otherwise be prohibitively expensive in mint condition.

• Those who prioritize vintage provenance over flawless condition.

5. Valuation Strategy 💎💰

• Value Driver: Age (1968), W. Germany mark, and popularity of the subject.

• Discount Factor: Significant structural repair to the bird.