Kingfisher figurine no. 407 or 1619 Bing & Grøndahl Royal Copenhagen

This kingfisher figurine no. 407, also known as B&G no. 1619, is a classic bird figurine from Bing & Grøndahl - Royal Copenhagen designed by Jens Peter Dahl Jensen. The figurine has the calm, lifelike expression that makes Danish porcelain birds so sought after among collectors and for home décor. The kingfisher stands on a shaped base and is modeled with a long, pointed beak shape, upright posture and finely balanced body language that gives the figurine life.

The color scheme is kept in the characteristic blue shades with a white breast and darker blue areas around the head and wings. The glossy underglaze highlights the transition between the deep and lighter blue tones and gives the surface the clear, smooth sheen known from classic Danish porcelain. The motif is simple and strong at the same time, and the figurine works both as discreet decoration and as a distinctive part of a collection of bird figurines from Bing & Grøndahl and Royal Copenhagen.

Jens Peter Dahl Jensen is known for his animal figurines with a sure sense of movement and character, and that is clearly seen here. The kingfisher is created with a clean silhouette and a natural expression, which makes the figurine timeless. It fits beautifully in a bookcase, in a display cabinet or on a shelf, where porcelain with history and soul is allowed to stand out. For many, older porcelain figurines are also a meaningful way to choose quality and preserve fine craftsmanship that has already proven its durability through generations.

At the same time, it is a figurine that is well suited as a gift for collectors, bird enthusiasts or for someone who appreciates Danish design tradition. It can stand alone, but is also ideal to combine with other bird figurines in blue and white shades for a cohesive and personal expression.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl - Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Jens Peter Dahl Jensen
Motif: Kingfisher
Item number: 407
Alternative item number: 1619
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze
Other relevant facts: Also produced in stoneware