Vintage 1974 Large Owl With Baby Figurine Signed RZ Hand Painted Folk Art 10"

Large vintage hand-painted owl figurine featuring a smaller baby owl tucked against its side.  The piece has a bold orange, red, yellow, and brown color palette with deeply textured feather detailing and a distinctive mid-century folk-art appearance.  Signed RZ 74, indicating a likely 1974 date. The exact artist, maker, and country of origin are unknown.  Measures approximately:   *     10 inches tall      *     6 lb 4 oz      The material appears to be a heavy plaster, chalkware, ceramic, or similar molded composition, but the exact material cannot be confirmed.  A substantial decorative statement piece for collectors of vintage owls, 1970s décor, kitschy animal figurines, and folk art.  Please see all photos, as they are part of the description.  ITEM SPECIFICS   *     Type: Figurine / Sculpture      *     Subject: Owl with Baby Owl      *     Style: Folk Art / Mid-Century / 1970s      *     Material: Plaster, chalkware, ceramic, or composite — exact material unknown      *     Finish: Hand Painted      *     Color: Orange, brown, red, yellow      *     Signed: Yes      *     Signature: RZ 74      *     Year: 1974      *     Height: Approximately 10 in      *     Weight: Approximately 6 lb 4 oz      *     Artist: Unknown      *     Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown      *     Original/Reproduction: Unknown