Return of the Conquering Hero
$415.00
Editorial View
The Gallery's Perspective
There’s a storybook stroll in this matched set—each figure animated with a gentle, old-fashioned charm that feels like a page lifted from a child’s favorite tale. The parents, with their parasol and pipe, move with dignified, friendly certainty: his jaunty hat and rounded belly give him a kindly, slightly pompous air, while her shawl, soft dress folds, and thoughtful tilt of the umbrella read as protective and warm. The tiny bear cub’s jaunty step and jaunty scarf add playful energy between the two adults, and Goldilocks herself, painted with rosy cheeks and a poised curtsy, balances the group with innocent curiosity. The porcelain finish lends a smooth, luminous surface to the painted details—soft pastels, warm tans, and touches of brighter color on scarves and accessories—so the personalities feel both distinct and cohesive. Together they create a comforting vignette of family, mischief, and nostalgia that delights without drama and quietly charms a room with narrative warmth.
The Artwork
About Goldilocks and the Three Bears Porcelain Figurine
Goldilocks and the Three Bears Matched Numbered Set
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Scott Gustafson's fine art porcelains take a charming spin on a old tale. Mr. and Mrs. Bear stroll along a lichen-covered and rocky path, he with his pipe and she with her parasol. They are waiting for their porridge to cool, along with their playful little baby bear. Meanwhile, back at the house, Goldilocks has found the porridge that's not too hot, and not too cold-but just right.
Collector Details
What to Know About This Piece
Product-specific details, edition information, provenance, and special considerations are shown here when applicable.
About the Collection
Blending storybook fantasy art with classic fairy tale illustration, these whimsical and richly detailed paintings bring beloved characters and mythological scenes to life with vibrant colors and masterful brushwork. Featuring enchanting storytelling and traditional realism, each piece captures the timeless magic of nursery rhymes, fairy tales, and folklore through meticulously crafted compositions. With a focus on luminous, painterly techniques and expressive character details, these works create a sense of wonder and nostalgia, perfect for collectors of imaginative and romanticized fantasy art. Whether depicting storybook adventures or elegant mythological figures, these paintings transport viewers into a world of charm, magic, and timeless artistic craftsmanship.
Artist Signature
Signed by the artist
This piece is artist signed and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
Image Rights
Image copyright © 2026 by Scott Gustafson.
Authorized Source
Authenticity & Documentation
Buy with confidence
Limited-edition artwork includes a Certificate of Authenticity when one is issued by the artist, publisher, studio, or authorized source. Open-edition pieces may not include a certificate; this does not affect their authenticity. The Collection Shop sources artwork through artists, publishers, authorized distributors, galleries, and other approved channels. Any additional documentation included with this specific piece will be noted above.
"Storytelling through pictures has always held a certain fascination for Scott
Gustafson; be they the moving images in animated cartoons, or the epic
illustrations of N. C. Wyeth. Upon entering the Chicago Academy of Fine Art,
Scott was 99% sure that he wanted to become an animator, but it was that 1%
that ultimately drew him more and more into the world of stretched canvas and
oil paint. ""As an animator, ""Gustafson says, ""your contribution to a given
film is, by necessity, limited to whatever character you've been assigned. But
as an illustrator, you're responsible for locations, sets, costumes, props,
lighting and character designs, not to mention the overall mood and emotion of
a given painting. It's about the best job there is.""
Over the nearly twenty-five years that span his career, he has had the
opportunity to fulfill commissions for a number of varied clients and
publishers such as Celestial Seasonings, Playboy magazine, Saturday Evening
Post, The Bradford Exchange, DreamWorks and The Greenwich Workshop. His
illustrated books include The Night Before Christmas, Peter Pan, Nutcracker,
as well as two original titles, Animal Orchestra and Alphabet Soup. His newest
release, Classic Fairy Tales, was recently awarded a Chesley award for best
interior book illustrations from the Association of Science Fiction and
Fantasy Artists and is currently in its third printing.
"
Personal Gallery Assistance
Questions before adding this piece to your collection?
We are happy to help with availability, shipping, edition details, or purchasing questions.