Bing & Grøndahl Knitting Grethe figurine no. 1656 or 414

Knitting Grethe is a classic Bing & Grøndahl figurine that captures a quiet and concentrated everyday scene with great sensitivity. The young girl sits absorbed in her handicraft, slightly bent forward with her gaze directed at the knitting in her hands. The motif contains the calm, intimacy, and immersion that make old porcelain figurines so atmospheric in interior decor.

The figurine is modeled by Ingeborg Plockross-Irminger, who is known for her vivid and human portrayals. Here, it is especially the natural posture, the crossed legs, and the fine concentration in the face and hands that give the figurine character. In the pictures, the girl is seen in a light dress with small blue details at the neckline, brown shoes, and darker hair, seated on a square plinth or bench-shaped base. The whole has a calm, harmonious expression that fits beautifully among both other porcelain figurines and more simple Nordic decor.

The porcelain figurine has item number no. 1656 or 414, and it is made in underglaze. This gives it the soft, durable surface and the muted colors that many collectors and connoisseurs associate with classic Bing & Grøndahl porcelain. As a child figurine and handicraft figurine, it appeals both to collectors of Danish porcelain figurines and to those who are fond of motifs with history, everyday life, and quiet storytelling.

Older figurines like this one have a very special ability to add personality to the home. They are created with care and craftsmanship quality, and they deserve to be preserved and used in new contexts. Knitting Grethe is ideal in a collection of B&G figurines, but also works well alone on a shelf, in a display cabinet, or as a gift for someone who is fond of handicrafts, Danish design, and porcelain with soul.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist or designer: Ingeborg Plockross-Irminger
Item number: no. 1656 or 414
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze