Description: Goebel M.I. Hummel # 85/0 - "Serenade" - 5.125" Tall - Incised Full Bee Trademark (TMK-2) - Master Painter Marked ("C") - Fingers Down - Part of the Hummel Orchestra - Closed Edition. HUM 85/0 Serenade - Incised TMK-2 Height 5.125" Tall This hummel was originally modeled by master sculptor Arthur Meller in 1938. There are many size, color and other variations between older and newer models. Some models have a few of the boy's fingers up and some have the fingers flush around the flute handle. This one has the fingers down. This size, 85/0, was recently restyled with a new hair style and textured finish. Normal hat color is dark gray or black. Older models are sometimes found with a light gray hat. The hat on this one appears to be a dark brown, but I could be incorrect. Please refer to pictures. The original name of this hummel was "The Flutist" in some older catalogs. This is one of the several figurines that make up the Hummel Orchestra. It has the Master Painter mark "C". This is a closed edition. See below for the specifications: Has "" Full Bee Trademark (TMK-2) incised on underside of base. Incised Hummel Number "85/0" on underside of base and incised "M.I. Hummel" on rear side of base. Hummel is within the top-range of the catalogs height range of 4.75"-5.25", standing at 5.125" high. Has the fingers in the down position. (Early Version) Hand-signed "C" mark by Master Painter on bottom of base. Stamped "Germany" in black on the bottom of the base. Colors are strong and do retain some gloss. This hummel is part of the Hummel Orchestra. Closed Edition. Hummel is in Good condition considering it's age. No Crazing Detected! It appears that there may have been a tiny chip on the edge of the flute, however it is painted brown. Not sure if this was done at the factory or if it was professionally touched up afterwards. Since the color matches precisely and miniscule in size, I personally believe it came that way from the factory. View final close up picture to judge for yourself. 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: 32.5 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2023-11-12T20:32:21.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Arthur Möeller - Master Sculptor
Signed By: Master Painter "C"
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1950
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Display
Care Instructions: Clean with Dampen Cloth
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 5.125"
Style: 1950s
Features: Early Version, Closed Edition, Stamped "Germany", Incised Full Bee Trademark (TMK-2), Part of the Hummel Orchestra, Fingers Down, Colors are Strong and do retain some Gloss
Finish: Painted
Room: Any Room
Handmade: Yes
Pattern: All-Over
Character: Boy, Flutist, Musician, part of the Hummel Orchestra
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: Serenade
Brand: Goebel Hummel
Type: Figurine
Era: Mid 20th Century (1941-1969)
Collection: Hummel
Theme: Boy Playing the Flute, part of the Hummel Orchestra
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1956
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Character Family: Boy, Flutist, Musician, Hummel Orchestra
