Vintage Chinese Porcelain Mandarin Figurine with Blue & Gilt Detailing – 17cm musician Wallace and Gromit ceramic money

Wallace and Gromit ceramic money box in original box 2006

Swiss - made 1960-69

5 cm overall

Here we have five diecast crane and dump truck toys by Corgi and Lesney from the 1960's and 70's -in original unrestored condition

This piece has had much use with heavy patina but possibly a ceremonial one with such good painting evident

Vintage Chinese Porcelain Mandarin Figurine with Blue & Gilt Detailing – 17cm musician Wallace and Gromit ceramic moneyThis beautifully detailed vintage Chinese porcelain figure depicts a seated Mandarin noble dressed in traditional robes with striking cobalt blue and gilt detailing. Measuring 17cm tall, the figure is seated on a stylised base, robed in a spotted gown and fur trimmed cape, with fine hand painted facial features and expressive posture. There is visible age related wear, some enamel and gilding loss is present (especially to the front of the robe), but