Bing & Grøndahl boy in jacket and cap figure no. 1783

This porcelain figurine from Bing & Grøndahl depicts a standing boy dressed in a jacket and cap. The figure has a calm and quiet expression, where the simple posture and subdued formal language give the motif a fine and present character. The light glaze and the soft lines emphasize the figure's classic expression and make it easy to place in both traditional and more modern interiors.

The motif of the child in outerwear brings to mind everyday life, childhood, and the type of figurative art for which Bing & Grøndahl is known and appreciated among collectors of Danish porcelain. Here it is not a dramatic scene, but precisely the quiet moment that carries the figure. The boy's long jacket, cap, and upright stance give the model personality and make it interesting both as a child figure and as part of a larger collection of B&G figures.

The figure is designed by Ingeborg Plockross-Irminger, who is known for her human figures with a vivid and recognizable expression. Beneath the glaze, the confident work with the modeling is evident, where the drape of the clothing and the child's posture are rendered with simple precision. This makes figure no. 1783 an obvious choice for collectors seeking a classic Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figurine with a clear artistic identity.

A figure like this adds history, personality, and a touch of Danish design tradition to the home. It can stand alone on a shelf, in a display cabinet, or be combined with other child figures and porcelain figurines to create a unified story. For many, older porcelain figurines are also a meaningful gift idea and a sustainable choice, because beautiful craftsmanship is allowed to live on and create joy in new surroundings.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist or designer: Ingeborg Plockross-Irminger
Item number: 1783
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze