Vintage Hummel Figurine #135 "Soloist" (W. Germany, Severe Crazing) 🇩🇪🎤⚠️

This is a Genuine Vintage Hummel Figurine of the popular "Soloist" model. IMPORTANT: This piece exhibits severe, visible crazing across the face and glazed surfaces, which is reflected in the price.

• Maker: Goebel, W. Germany (Marked).

• Era: Post-1972 (TMK-6/7 Period).

• Model No.: #135, "Soloist".

2. Item Details & Design ✨🎨

The figurine is a highly recognizable musical theme:

• Pose/Outfit: Boy standing, singing from sheet music, with a gray jacket and green trousers.

• Mark: Clear underglaze mark: Stylized V over W. Germany and impressed 135. The title "Soloist" is visible on the base.

3. CONDITION NOTE (CRITICAL) ⚠️

• Severe Crazing: Heavy, dense crazing is present and visible across the face, hair, and clothing. Crazing is a permanent defect in the glaze that significantly lowers collector value.

• Structural: Appears structurally sound with no chips or breaks.

4. The Ideal Collector 💡🧐

This item is suitable for:

• Collectors who need the #135 mold to complete a collection and are not concerned with aesthetic perfection.

• Buyers interested in restoration or repair projects.

• Budget buyers seeking a vintage W. Germany piece at a deep discount.

5. Valuation Strategy 💎💰

• Value Driver: W. Germany mark, popular motif.

• Discount Factor: Severe aesthetic damage due to heavy crazing on the face.