Vintage Capodimonte Style Hand-Painted Bisque Porcelain Peasant Woman Figurine
Unbranded (Attributed to Capodimonte, Florence, or similar Italian/Euros porcelain makers like Giuseppe Armani or A. Santini) · Art & Decor > Figurines & Sculptures
Era / Decade
1970s–1980s (based on cold-painted matte bisque porcelain finish and facial sculpting style)
Material
Cast porcelain / bisque porcelain with a matte hand-painted cold enamel finish on a white porcelain base
Condition
Good to Very Good. Displays minor paint wear on high-friction areas (such as the hat rim edges and basket), dust in tight crevices, but no major cracks, chips, or restored breaks visible.
Demand Level
Niche / Moderate. Vintage figurine collectors and rustic cottagecore aesthetic enthusiasts represent the primary buyer pool.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$12.00 - $25.00 (Low: $10, Mid: $18, High: $28)
Estimated Retail Value
$45.00 - $75.00 (original retail value when sold in gift shops or boutique import stores)
Comparable Sales
Similar unbranded Italian bisque porcelain folk figurines regularly sell on eBay and Etsy for $15-$25 plus shipping.
Description
Charming vintage hand-painted bisque porcelain figurine depicting an elderly peasant woman carrying a basket of eggs and ears of corn. Features detailed expressiveness in the face, vibrant rustic earth tones (green blouse, yellow apron, deep red brimmed hat), and classic Italian style sculpting.
Key Features
Highly detailed expressive face, delicate hand-painted rustic color palette, highly collectible Italian folk art motif, vintage shelf appeal.
Authenticity Indicators
Attributed to vintage Italian porcelain producers; lacks explicit N Crown Capodimonte mark on visible surface, likely stamped or stickered on bottom base. High confidence in mid-to-late 20th-century vintage production.
Flaws to Note
Minor surface wear and slight paint rubbing on the red hat rim edge; light dust accumulation along textured grooves.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, Etsy (ideal for vintage home decor), or Mercari.
Selling Tips
Highlight terms like 'Vintage Italian Figurine', 'Bisque Porcelain', 'Cottagecore Decor', and 'Peasant Woman Figurine' in titles. Ensure extra bubble wrapping around delicate basket handle and head during shipment.