Royal Copenhagen The Little Mermaid figurine no. 5689 or 159

The Little Mermaid is one of the most beloved motifs in Danish art and design, and in this Royal Copenhagen figurine the iconic tale takes on a calm and contemplative form. The figurine shows the mermaid seated on a rock with a softly bent body, lowered gaze and long lines that give the motif a quiet poetry. It is a porcelain figurine that unites fairy tale, sculpture and classic Danish design language in a way that makes it easy to recognize and hard to forget.

The figurine is designed by Edvard Eriksen and made for Royal Copenhagen in the Poesi series. The smooth underglaze and the subdued shades emphasize the motif's calm character. The mermaid's light body stands beautifully against the darker rock, and the interplay between the soft forms and the glossy surface gives the figurine a vivid expression from several angles. From the front, from the side and from behind, the model appears well thought out and sculptural.

As a Royal Copenhagen figurine, The Little Mermaid appeals both to collectors of Danish porcelain and to those who want a figurine with cultural-historical weight in the interior. It fits beautifully on a shelf, in a display cabinet or as a freestanding artistic feature, where its calm expression can be allowed to stand out. The motif also makes it an obvious gift idea for anyone who is fond of H.C. Andersen, Danish design or classic porcelain figurines.

A figurine like this contains more than decoration. It carries the story of Danish craftsmanship forward and shows why porcelain figurines from Royal Copenhagen still have a natural place in modern homes. The poetic atmosphere, the assured modelling and the well-known motif make figurine no. 5689 or 159 a sought-after collector's item with lasting charm.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Edvard Eriksen
Series: Poesi
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze
Item number: no. 5689 or 159