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This belonged to my grandmother, and my mother always referred to it as a "Hummel"; I assumed she had bought it on a European trip in the late '50s. I am not sure it is a Hummel at all, based on what little I actually know about Hummels. It is a hollow ceramic figure about 5" tall, and depicts a young boy in classic bellboy uniform, laden with suitcases. A dog sits at his right heel. "Little Bellboy" is written on the bottom, along with the artist's mark (I assume) AHIL. I am more curious about it than anything, however I am listing it for sale.
Update: thanks for the response below. I'll leave this up for a week or so, and will consider offers in the range noted.
Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
Ceramic
Distinguishing marks
"Little Bellboy" AHIL
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
5"
Date Period
late '50s or early '60s
Weight
4oz
History
This belonged to my grandmother, and was referred to as a "Hummel".
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Price Paid (If known)
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Re: Hummel-like figurine
Re: Hummel-like figurine
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