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This is a Herend Kingfisher porcelain bird figurine from around 1970, finished in glossy white. The sculpt shows the kingfisher poised with a catch in its beak, perched on a stylized stump; the modeling is crisp and smooth, giving it a clean, Art Deco–influenced look. It stands 5 inches tall (12.5 cm), 2 inches wide (5 cm), and 4 inches long (10 cm). Condition is near mint: bright glaze, sharp details, no chips, cracks, or repairs noted. At roughly 56 years old, it’s solidly vintage, and the all-white version is less common than Herend’s painted fishnet pieces, which adds a touch of rarity.

Herend, founded in 1826 in Hungary, is one of Europe’s best-known porcelain houses, favored by royalty and collectors. Each piece is made from fine hard-paste porcelain, cast in molds, hand-trimmed and polished, then kiln-fired multiple times for strength and sheen. Bird figures are a staple in their line, and quality shows in clean anatomy and smooth glaze. Authentic examples carry the Herend Hungary backstamp and a model number on the base. Collectors value intact edges, uniform white, and original finish. Pieces from the late 1960s–1970s were made in smaller runs than many modern issues, which helps this vintage kingfisher stay desirable.