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👵 Ardco “Old Woman with Fruit Basket” | Vintage Ceramic Figurine | Japan 👵
Maker: Ardco
Title: Old Woman with Fruit Basket
Material: ceramic
Country of manufacture: Japan
Height: approx. 17 cm / 6.75 inches
Markings: Made in Japan on the base
Condition: very good vintage condition – no chips, cracks or restorations.
Description:
Offered for sale is a vintage ceramic figurine produced in Japan by Ardco depicting an elderly woman sitting on a stump while preparing fruit. She is holding a knife and a piece of fruit in her hands, and beside her is a basket filled with fruit. The composition is designed in a charming genre style that reflects everyday rural life.
The figure is notable for its expressive facial features, showing characteristic wrinkles and a gentle smile. Carefully sculpted details of the clothing, apron folds and hand-painted decoration create a lively and warm character.
Genre figurines like this, produced in Japan during the mid-20th century, were popular decorative interior pieces and are now appreciated by collectors of vintage ceramics.
The figurine remains in very good vintage condition with no chips, cracks or restorations.
🧳 An excellent choice for a collection of antique German porcelain or as an elegant decorative accent in the interior
📦 Carefully packed for safe shipping. Worldwide delivery available