Hello fellow collectors and vintage lovers! Available from the curated WaYo Collectibles archive is this incredibly charming M.I. Hummel "Bird Duet" figurine (Mold #169). Whether you are a dedicated Goebel historian tracking down specific TMK-3 marks or simply someone who appreciates the quiet, innocent beauty of mid-century German porcelain, this piece speaks volumes.
The figurine features a sweet little angel earnestly conducting a duet for two very attentive birds. The hand-painted brushwork—down to the blush on the angel's cheeks and the intricate feathers on the birds—highlights the masterful craftsmanship that makes Hummel pieces so globally cherished.
Item Specifications:
Height: 10.5 cm (4.13 inches)
Width: 10 cm (3.94 inches)
Depth: 5.5 cm (2.17 inches)
Weight: 120 g (4.23 oz)
Maker Marks: Incised "169", incised "83", and the blue stamped TMK-3 "Stylized Bee" (W. Germany)
Provenance/History: Produced in West Germany between 1960 and 1972.
Condition: Graded as "Almost New" in our ledger. Please note, as clearly shown in the macro photographs, there is beautiful, natural age-related crazing in the glaze, which is entirely normal for porcelain of this era and authenticates its vintage pedigree. No chips, cracks, or repairs.
Shipping & Handling: Your piece will be meticulously wrapped, packed with ample cushioning, and shipped with tracking to ensure it arrives safely to your display cabinet.
It evokes a profound sense of mid-century innocence and nostalgia that instantly warms up any room.
The delicate, earthy pastels make it a versatile and subtle statement piece for a nursery, bookshelf, or sunroom.
It serves as a highly thoughtful, heritage-quality gift for the musician, bird lover, or angel collector in your life.
It features the highly desirable TMK-3 "Stylized Bee" mark, confirming its genuine West German origins from the 1960-1972 production era.
The piece bears the distinct, incised mold number "169" alongside the classic "M.I. Hummel" signature on the base, ensuring accurate provenance.
The natural, intricate crazing on the porcelain glaze adds undeniable vintage character and authenticates its journey through the decades.