Freeman Leidy Statuary

Click any image to enlarge

L
Posted by lavaun
14 years ago
AI Appraisal
💬 3 Comments 🗣️ Discuss with Community
Description

I would love to know what these are worth. If anyone has a clue. I have yet to find this type made by him.  Two pink, gold, and white birds.  No chips or cracks but glaze is crackling. Appears to be Capodimonte style.  Cabbage bowl had two areas broken off that were pourly glued back on.  Unknown where grandma bought them.  Although I've wiped off the dust I haven't completely cleaned the grime off of them as I'm afraid to.
Category Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium Ceramic
Distinguishing marks Freeman Leidy carved into bottoms and in gold on the back of birds
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item Birds 20", bowl 8"
History They were my grandmothers in Detroit, MI
💎 Have another item? Upload photos for a free appraisal →
⚠️ You have 1 free appraisal left today Upgrade for 15-30/day →
Want more from your appraisals?

Upgrade for PDF reports, more daily appraisals, and ad-free experience.

View Plans →

Submitted by Lovejoy

I've seen the Freeman Leidy birds list with presale auction estimates of $200.00-$300.00.  There's been a few listed on Ebay for about $495.00 each. Freeman Leidy were also known as Ceramic Originals, located in business in Laguna Beach California circa 1944-1955.

http://dargate.com/?p=565

In my research I've found his work selling for as much as 1,700.00 for a pair of birds but have been unsuccessful at finding anything even remotely like this style and am hoping these are rare.  If you have any idea how I might get a better idea of their worth please let me know.

Thank you for the information.  I am not sure how to go about selling these for my parents. I will have to check out EBay and maybe auction places.  I have other things I need appraisals on such as vintage jewelry, china, etc.  I am going to find out where to get appraisals in my area to sell.
⚠️ Legal Disclaimer

This appraisal is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute a certified, licensed, or formal appraisal.

Appraisal results are generated using automated systems, including artificial intelligence, and are based solely on the information and images submitted by the user, along with publicly available data. As such, results may contain inaccuracies, omissions, or errors.

InstAppraisal does not authenticate items. No determination of authenticity, origin, materials, maker, or age should be considered verified. Many items—particularly luxury goods, watches, jewelry, coins, art, and designer products—are frequently counterfeited and may closely resemble genuine examples. Authenticity cannot be confirmed from images alone.

Any statements regarding authenticity are expressions of opinion only and should not be relied upon as fact. Independent professional authentication is strongly recommended before any purchase, sale, or valuation decision.

Appraisal values are estimates only and may vary significantly based on condition, provenance, market demand, and additional information not available at the time of review.

Appraisals must not be relied upon for insurance, legal, tax, estate, or financial purposes without independent professional verification.

InstAppraisal disclaims all liability for any losses, damages, or disputes arising from reliance on this appraisal, including transactions conducted based on the information provided.

By using this service, you acknowledge and agree that you assume all risk associated with reliance on appraisal results.

📸 Quick Scan
Garage-Sale Mode Fast appraisals on the go
💎 Free Online Appraisal – Upload Photos →
How our AI appraisals work