Seated Clay Child as Gosho with Turtle and Bird

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5 1/2" (14 cm.) Sculpted clay gosho posed seated with one leg drawn back has very plump face and limbs, suggestion of painted presentation ribbon under modeled cap (with real ribbon ties), painted features, hair, and sleeveless jacket, and is holding a bird in one hand, and a turtle resting on his ankle. Excellent condition, some light fading of colors. Mid-1900s.