Serenity Scholar

Name: Serenity Scholar
 
Type: Miniture Figurine
 
Year: mid-20th century
 
Set: No
 
Mark: None - Unmarked base; hollow interior typical of Japanese nodder-style or decorative miniatures
 
History: This miniature porcelain figurine depicts a traditional Chinese scholar figure, often referred to as Shou Xing or the god of longevity in Chinese folklore. The distinctive high forehead, long beard, and robe decorated with calligraphic or symbolic motifs are common characteristics. Though Chinese in subject, the piece is likely Japanese-made, dating to the 1950s–1970s, when many small export figurines were produced for Western markets in styles echoing Chinese iconography.
 
 
The paintwork is simple but vivid, with a soft yellow robe and red-accented staff. The interior is unglazed and hollow, with no markings—a typical sign of mid-century Japanese export ware, possibly from companies like Arnart, UCAGCO, or similar lesser-known makers.
 
 
Due to its small size and unmarked nature, its value remains modest, but collectors of Asian-themed miniature porcelain may find it charming, especially if grouped with similar nodder or scholar figures.
 
Flaws: None