Bing & Grøndahl monkey with turtle figurine 1545 large The Philosopher

Bing & Grøndahl figurine no. 1545, known as monkey with turtle and often referred to as The Philosopher, is a porcelain figurine with both calm, character and narrative. The motif shows a thoughtful monkey, sitting bent forward with one hand under the chin, while the other hand carries a small turtle. The composition gives the figurine an almost human expression and creates a scene you keep looking at.

Jens Peter Dahl Jensen has modelled the motif with great understanding of the animal's body language. The monkey's long limbs, the curved back, the tail along the body and the concentrated gaze give the figurine life and presence. The turtle in the hand adds a fine contrast in both form and tempo, so that the figurine balances between humour, reflection and classical animal sculpture. The light glaze and the soft underglaze decoration emphasise the model's calm and elegant overall impression.

This is a large Bing & Grøndahl animal figurine, which looks beautiful on its own on a shelf, in a display cabinet or as a striking part of a collection of Danish porcelain figurines. It also fits beautifully into a personal interior, where older crafts and design are allowed to create depth and history. Vintage porcelain figurines like this one in particular have a special ability to add soul to the home, while also being a sustainable choice because fine craftsmanship is allowed to live on.

For collectors of Bing & Grøndahl, Dahl-Jensen figurines and classical monkey figurines, model 1545 is a motif with a strong identity. It stands out with its narrative expression and sculptural calm, and at the same time it is an obvious gift choice for someone who loves animals, Danish porcelain and figurines with personality.

Product information:
Brand: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist: Jens Peter Dahl Jensen
Motif: Monkey with turtle
Title/designation: The Philosopher
Figurine number: 1545
Size: Large
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze