Bing & Grøndahl figurine no. 2219 Woman washing

This Bing & Grøndahl figurine no. 2219 depicts a woman standing bent over a washbasin in the middle of her work. The motif has a calm, concentrated expression and captures an everyday moment from a time when domestic work was a natural part of the rhythm of the day. As a porcelain figurine with a motif from daily life and working women, it appeals both to collectors of Bing & Grøndahl and to those who appreciate figurines with narrative and human closeness.

The figurine is made of porcelain with underglaze and appears with fine, soft transitions in the glaze. The bent posture, the hands working in the water, and the large wash tub give the figurine life and movement. The clear blue shades in the skirt stand beautifully against the light tones in the blouse, head covering, and base and create the classic color effect that many collectors associate with older Bing & Grøndahl figurines.

The motif makes the figurine ideal as a rustic everyday-life figurine or as part of a collection with working women, domestic motifs, and porcelain figurines from the Danish design tradition. It fits beautifully in a display cabinet, on a chest of drawers, or on a shelf, where it adds history, personality, and a quiet glimpse of everyday life in the past to the home. This very type of figurine has a special charm because it is not only decorative, but also tells of work, care, and daily life.

Older porcelain figurines like this one are created to be preserved and appreciated through generations. Choosing a figurine with history is also a way to give classic craftsmanship new life in a modern home. For collectors of Bing & Grøndahl figurines and for everyone with an interest in Danish porcelain, figurine no. 2219 is an atmospheric choice with both collector's value and decorative strength.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Item number: 2219
Motif: Woman washing
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze