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The pieces feature a lead-glaze over a white porcelain body, with hand-painted iron-red or brown pigment detailing on the bills and webbed feet. The wings are rendered with molded imbricated feather patterns. The undersides are flat and unglazed (bisque), showing a gray-white paste with grit and firing discolorations typical of provincial production. Compare with other ceramic pieces in the archive: [Alabaster Urn-Shaped Vase](https://curiosa.com/archive/ceramics/alabaster-urn-shaped-vase), [Han Dynasty Style Glazed Ceramic Boar Figurine](https://curiosa.com/archive/ceramics/american-folk-art-carved-wooden-wild-boar-figure), [Chinese Blue and White 'Three Friends of Winter' Stem Cup, Ming Style](https://curiosa.com/archive/ceramics/apocryphal-xuande-blue-and-white-stem-bowl). ## PRODUCTION & FIRING These figurines follow the 18th-century tradition of Chinese Export porcelain animalier figures made for the European market, notably during the Qianlong period (1736–1795). While original 18th-century examples were prized for their naturalism, these specific examples show manufacturing ... These figurines follow the 18th-century tradition of Chinese Export porcelain animalier figures made for the European market, notably during the Qianlong period (1736–1795). While original 18th-century examples were prized for their naturalism, these specific examples show manufacturing characteristics—including the texture of the unglazed base and the specific iron-brown wash—common to late 19th and early 20th-century reproductions from the Guangdong region (Canton and Macau). Read full story ## SCARCITY Ordinary 40-55% Common Legendary Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand. Rarity 3/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 175 ceramics items at rarity 3 or higher. ### Typical Characteristics - Moderate production runs - Common at estate sales - Entry-level collectibles ### AUTHENTICITY CONFIDENCE Moderate (55% confidence) #### Confidence Factors - Lack of maker's marks or export seals - Base texture shows more recent wear patterns than 18th-century period pieces - Simplification of feather molding compared to high-tier export originals [How does authenticity detection work?](/fake-art-detection) ## CERAMICIST'S ASSESSMENT Ceramics Historian & Kiln Specialist Ceramics Expert The item is clearly identifiable as Chinese export style, and the base photographs provide strong evidence for a late 19th to mid-20th-century dating rather than an 18th-century origin. ### KEY EVIDENCE - 1 The unglazed bisque base reveals a dense, slightly grayish porcelain paste consistent with South Chinese kilns. - 2 Molded imbricated feathers show wear consistent with late-stage molds rather than crisp 18th-century prototypes. - 3 The 'duck-egg' tint of the white glaze is a frequent indicator of late Qing to early Republic era production. - 4 Absence of 'orange peel' glaze texture suggests a more modern firing environment. ### UNCERTAINTIES - • Uniformity of the brown wash without the fine tonal graduation seen in 18th-century examples. - • Pitting on the base suggests a lower-temperature firing than period Export-ware. ### WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY - → Perform a tap test to check for hidden structural cracks (a clear ring indicates integrity). - → Examine under 365nm UV light to detect possible restoration to the beaks or tails. - → Measure height to compare with standard Canton export export sizes. COLLECTOR GLOSSARY (3 terms) ## CONDITION & GRADE ### Condition Significant surface grime and shelf wear on the unglazed bases. Minor glaze pitting and pinholes from the firing process are visible on the neck and body surfaces. ## CERAMICS MARKET VALUE $120 - $350 Updated: May 11, 2026 How we estimate value ### Who buys this Traditional interior decorators and collectors of Chinoiserie and Chinese Export porcelain animal figures. ### What increases value - • Presence as a pair (pairs always command a premium over single birds) - • Condition of the beaks and tail feathers (areas prone to chipping) ### What lowers value - • Commonality of reproduction (modern versions are frequently sold in museum gift shops) - • Visible firing flaws or surface staining ### What makes top-tier examples - • Crispness of the molding in the feather detailing - • Translucency of the porcelain when held to a strong light source ### Grade & condition Condition of the bills, absence of repairs, and the clarity of the molded feather patterns. ### Rarity & demand Ordinary Moderate demand Moderate liquidity [Browse similar ceramics objects](/archive/ceramics) For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal. ## FROM THE CABINET OF [BR ](/cabinet/bruinsma) [ ### bruinsma ](/cabinet/bruinsma) The Connoisseur • 59 items [View Full Cabinet](/cabinet/bruinsma) ### COMMENTS No comments yet. 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