West German Wooden Hunter Figurine with Duck and Moving Parts painting of woman with wooden and brass handle

with wooden and brass handle

There were a few different plate designs produced

and a brief chronology

I don't know much about it but that it appears to be pretty old and is

Certainly a very charming little protective spirit to have watching over one

West German Wooden Hunter Figurine with Duck and Moving Parts painting of woman with wooden and brass handleI really love this guy, in his red coat and brimmed hat, plus those red and white striped bands around his knees! And then what I think is a tiny little duck at his feet! The rifle he holds can be raised into ready position, though it does not stay there reinforcing my notion that this guy really wouldn't harm a flea. Made in West Germany (there is a stamp on the underside of the base), I believe he dates to the late 40s or so. I've seen a few other