Bing & Grøndahl Farmer with pig figurine no. 2263

Bing & Grøndahl figurine no. 2263 depicts a farmer with a pig in a motif that brings to mind farm life, animal husbandry, and the close work in the countryside. The figurine is modeled with a calm, everyday narrative, where the farmer stands slightly bent forward beside the pig, which is occupied with the trough in front of it. This gives the figurine life and makes it a characterful agricultural figurine with a clear connection to rural life and Danish porcelain tradition.

The motif has a fine naturalness that characterizes many older Bing & Grøndahl figurines. Here it is not the solemn, but the simple and human moment that is at the center. The farmer's work clothes and the calm scene with the pig make the figurine ideal for collectors of occupational figurines, peasant figurines, and porcelain figurines with motifs from life in the countryside.

The figurine is made of porcelain and decorated in underglaze, which supports the classic expression for which Bing & Grøndahl is known. The design is by Axel Locher, and precisely the combination of artistic modeling and everyday motif makes this figurine interesting both as a collector's item and as a personal detail in the interior. It fits beautifully in a collection of figurines with craftsmanship, agriculture, or animal motifs, but can also stand alone on a shelf, in a display cabinet, or on a sideboard, where it adds history and character to the home.

Older porcelain figurines like this have a special value because they are created to last and to be preserved. When you choose a figurine with history, you get not only a decorative object, but also a piece of Danish design culture that can still bring joy to a modern home. At the same time, it is a sustainable choice to let good craftsmanship gain new life through new generations.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist: Axel Locher
Item number: 2263
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze