Bing & Grøndahl Kingfisher figurine 1885 or 436 Niels Nielsen 11 cm

Bing & Grøndahl kingfisher figurine no. 1885 or 436 is a classic porcelain figurine that unites nature study, calm, and precise design in one overall expression. The characteristic kingfisher is depicted in a low, concentrated posture with the beak pointed forward, as if it is just watching for movement in the water. The deep blue shades, the light body, and the darker decorations over the head give the figurine life and direction, while the white base beautifully brings the motif forward.

The figurine was designed by Niels Nielsen for Bing & Grøndahl and executed in porcelain with underglaze, a technique that suits the bird motif particularly well. The surface receives a clear, lively glow, and the colors stand with the soft depth that many collectors and connoisseurs associate with classic B&G bird figurines. The kingfisher is a fine example of Danish porcelain design, where true-to-life details and stylized simplicity go hand in hand.

As a bird figurine and collector's item, this porcelain figurine fits both in the display cabinet, on a shelf, or as part of a larger collection of Bing & Grøndahl figurines and Royal Copenhagen animal figurines. It also works beautifully as a standalone decoration, where the blue tones can interact with both light Nordic interiors and more classic décors. For many, older porcelain figurines like this are also a meaningful way to choose quality with history and give timeless craftsmanship new life in the home.

The kingfisher has a calm, almost poetic expression, which makes it ideal as a gift for the collector, the bird lover, or the one who appreciates Danish design with character. It is a figurine with presence, where motif and craftsmanship are allowed to speak for themselves.

Product information:
Brand: Bing & Grøndahl - Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Niels Nielsen
Motif: Kingfisher
Figurine number: 1885 or 436
Material: Porcelain
Technique: Underglaze
Height: 11 cm