Lot 295

Franklin Mint R. Van Ruyckevelt Black Swan Porc

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Franklin Mint R. Van Ruyckevelt Black Swan Porc

Starting Bid: $5

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by Atlee Raber Auctioneer
June 22, 2026 6:00 PM EDT
Live Auction
17020 Dover Road
Dundee, OH, US 44624

This bisque porcelain figurine depicts a Black Australian Swan (Cygnus atratus) in a graceful seated posture. Designed by artist Ronald Van Ruyckevelt for The Franklin Mint, the piece is rendered with detailed, textured plumage finished in a matte black glaze. Contrasting white primary feathers are visible at the tail, partially obscured by the black wing feathers. The head is detailed with a red eye and a vibrant red beak featuring a white band near the tip. The swan sits on a separate, high-gloss white porcelain oval plinth equipped with two metal pegs for mounting. The underside of the swan is marked with a gold stamp that reads The Black Australian Swan BY Ronald Van Ruyckevelt CRAFTED IN FINE BISQUE PORCELAIN ? 1987 THE FRANKLIN MINT. It also retains a small white adhesive label that reads CRAFTED IN MALAYSIA. The underside of the figurine includes black felt protective pads around the mounting holes.

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