Description: Goebel M.I. Hummel # 53 - "Joyful" - 4.25" Tall (Largest Size Produced) - Double Crown Trademarks (TMK-1+1) - Master Painter Marked - Temporarily Withdrawn in 1999 - Closed Edition HUM 53 Joyful - TMK-1+1 Height 4.25" Tall Factory records indicate this hummel was first modeled by Reinhold Unger in 1936. There are some size and color variations between early samples and newer models. Early models are typically much larger, such as this one standing at the tallest height listed in the catalogs' range of 3.5"-4.25". Two ultra rare versions exist, early samples of Joyful had an orange dress with blue, purple or brown shoes and there is another version, a sample piece with an attached pot but was not approved by the Siessen Convent for production. I have not seen either one in recent years. If found, they would have a very large price tag due to their extraordinary rarity. This is a closed edition. Joyful was temporarily withdrawn from production by Goebel in January 1999. See below for the specifications: Has "" Crown Marking (TMK-1) incised on underside of base. It is faded, but visible. Has "" Crown Marking (TMK-1) stamped in Dark Blue or Green on underside of base. Difficult to distinguish which color. Incised Hummel Number "53" is faded, but visible on underside of base and incised "M.I. Hummel" on rear lower side of dress by base. Hummel stands at the tallest size of the catalogs' height range of 3.5"-4.25", standing at 4.25" high. This is typical of early versions. Hand-signed Initial "L" or Number "7" by Master Painter, not precisely sure which. Please refer to pictures. ("7" is Master Painter Fritz Korn, however his mark usually has a horizontal line through the "7" and this one doesn't have the line. Otto Lieb usually signs his "L" in cursive but this one isn't cursive.) Colors are Strong and do retain Gloss. Closed Edition. Temporarily Withdrawn from production by Goebel in January 1999. Hummel is in Excellent condition considering it's age and rarity! No Repairs! No Chips! No Touch Ups! No Crazing! There are two tiny paint flakes, not chips, along with a paint rub: One flake is on the orange dot of left sleeve of dress. One flake is on bottom of right shoe. Paint rub is on the back side of left shoe where it meets the surface it sits upon. This is typical of figurines without a base. Again, these are not chips, they are smooth with gloss. Please view final 3 pictures for a close up view. May have some dust from sitting in the China Cabinet for decades. I did not want to damage it inadvertently by cleaning it. Buyer to pay actual shipping expense determined by eBay. I Never profit from shipping. Green/Eco-friendly Shipping : I recycle boxes, reusing ones I receive to ship out sold items. When necessary, I buy recycled cardboard only. Local Buyers: Save $$$! Pick up is available at Police Station in zip code 18951 in lieu of shipping. I do combine shipping and provide discounted pricing (Typically 5%- 10%) when purchasing multiple items, just request invoice prior to payment. Message me for more details/options. Feel free to contact me to inquire about other hummels you are looking for, as I have hundreds yet to list. Repeat buyers receive a discount! Item will ship within 24 hours of payment unless pick up is requested. All efforts were made to accurately describe this item. Since everyone has their own interpretation of condition and assessment of details, Please refer to pictures for exact condition and details of hummel. Additional pictures are available upon request. I have roughly 500 Hummels/Goebel collectables to be listed on eBay. They all come from my mother's estate. My mother was the President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Hummel Club during the 1980s through the 2000s and collected Hummel figurines for approximately 50 years. Many early, rare variations, club exclusives, special editions and other very unique hummels to come. Please save me as a favorite seller to keep apprised of new listings. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns and/or comments. I welcome all feedback. eBay Member Since 2001. 100% Positive Feedback. 5 Star Seller.
Price: 125 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-03-02T18:27:14.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Reinhold Unger - Master Sculptor
Signed By: Master Painter "7" or "L"
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1936
Item Length: 3.25 in
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Display
Care Instructions: Clean with Dampen Cloth
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 4.25"
Style: 1930s
Features: Closed Edition, Temporarily Withdrawn in 1999, Vibrant Colors with Gloss, Master Painter Mark "7", Incised & Stamped Crown Trademarks (TMK-1+1), Largest Size Produced
Finish: Painted
Room: Any Room
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 3.25"
Pattern: All-Over
Character: Girl, Singer, Guitar/Banjo Player, Musician
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: Joyful - Singing Lesson - Banjo Betty
Brand: Goebel Hummel
Type: Figurine
Era: Early 20th Century (1911-1940)
Collection: Hummel
Theme: Girl Sitting, Playing Guitar/Banjo & Singing
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1936-1949
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Character Family: Girl, Singer, Musician, Guitar/Banjo Player
