Antique bronze figurine - baby with a cigar coming out of eggshell

Extraordinary antique bronze sculpture of a baby emerging from an egg to have a smoke, in some kind of extraordinary Baby New Year way. The baby has one hand behind his back, the other holding a cigar. He is wearing a bowed ribbon as a diaper. Looks to be hand cast mold and no makers marks. Verdigris on base and needs cleaning. May have been an ashtray or just a figurine.

We've never seen anything like it, and we bet you haven't either. A prize for any bronze collector. 

SIZE 5 3/4" tall x 5" deep x 5" wide

CONDITION Verdigris. Patina. No repairs.

This is a vintage item. It has been used and loved and it has a history. Every attempt is made to describe it accurately, please examine photos carefully. We want you to love your find.