There are 2 scratches on the tail and one on the beak of the bird. Beautiful ceramic love bird by well-known California ceramicist James Lovera (1920-2015). Signed on the bottom: Lovera. Approximately 5.25" H x 9.5" W x 3" D circa 1950 Lovera was known for his traditionally thrown porcelain vessels with both rich color and lava glazes – coming out of an Asian tradition. His work has been shown and collected privately and in museums both nationally and internationally. Origin: California Antique: No Signed By: Lovera Year Manufactured: 1950 Item Length: 9.5 in Vintage: Yes Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original Item Height: 5.25 in Style: Mid-Century Modern Features: Decorative, Hand-Molded Production Style: Art Pottery Finish: Glaze Handmade: Yes Item Width: 3 in Pattern: Tone-on-Tone Signed: Yes Color: Brown Material: Ceramic Subject: Love Bird Brand: James Lovera Type: Figurine Era: Mid 20th Century (1941-1969) Model: Pottery Clay Love Bird Dove Theme: Birds, Art, Peace Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959 Production Technique: Pottery Backstamp: Incised Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Item Weight: 13.5 oz