Royal Copenhagen Mermaid figurine no. 2313 or 129

Royal Copenhagen mermaid figurine no. 2313 or 129 is a small porcelain figurine with a calm and dreamy expression. The motif combines fairy tale and classic Danish figurative art in a fine depiction of a seated mermaid, bending inward over herself with her tail gathered closely around her body. The quiet posture gives the figurine a contemplative mood, making it both decorative and full of character.

In the pictures, the mermaid is seen modelled with soft shapes and a gentle expression. The hair is gathered at the nape, and the twisted tail is decorated with a light net pattern and blue details on the fin tips. The glossy glaze and the underglaze-decorated surface emphasize the figurine's calm play of colours and the classic porcelain feel that many collectors and connoisseurs associate with Royal Copenhagen figurative art.

The figurine is designed by Vilhelm Waldorff, and his sure sense of movement and atmosphere is clearly felt here. The mermaid is a motif that appeals both to collectors of porcelain figurines, lovers of mermaids and fairy-tale motifs, and those who want a smaller figurine with personality for a shelf, display cabinet or desk. It also works beautifully together with other human figures from Royal Copenhagen, where it adds a more poetic and maritime touch to the collection.

Older porcelain figurines like this have a special ability to create presence in the interior. They bring history, craftsmanship and lasting quality into the home and are at the same time a sustainable choice, when beautiful design is allowed to live on and be appreciated anew. A vintage Royal Copenhagen figurine like this mermaid is therefore not merely decoration, but also a small piece of Danish design history with soul.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Vilhelm Waldorff
Item number: 2313 or 129
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze