Bing & Grøndahl sea boy with starfish no. 2265

This Bing & Grøndahl figurine no. 2265 depicts a sea boy kneeling with a starfish in his hands. The motif has a calm, almost dreamlike expression, where the child's downcast gaze and the simple pose give the figurine a quiet poetry. The white porcelain figurine is made with gold decoration, which is seen both on the starfish and on the undulating wreath around the hair.

The expression is light and maritime, but at the same time classic in the way that makes older porcelain figurines relevant even today. The sea boy brings to mind beach finds, summer days by the water, and the special fascination with the sea's small treasures. It is precisely this kind of motif that makes the figurine ideal for collectors of child figurines, Bing & Grøndahl porcelain, and Danish figurine art with a gentle, narrative expression.

The figurine is designed by Ebbe Sadolin and made in porcelain with blanc de chine technique, which emphasizes the smooth, light surface and the soft shapes. The fine gold details add contrast and highlight the decorative character of the motif without taking focus away from the figurine itself. The combination of the white porcelain and the gold makes it suitable in both classic and modern interiors, where it can stand alone in a bookcase, on a chest of drawers, or as part of a collection of porcelain figurines.

Older porcelain figurines like this one bring history, personality, and lasting quality into the home. They are created to be preserved, collected, and passed on, and they are at the same time a beautiful choice for you who appreciate fine craftsmanship and the joy of giving quality design new life. The figurine can also be a thoughtful gift idea for a collector or for someone who is fond of maritime-inspired decorative art and classic Danish porcelain.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist: Ebbe Sadolin
Item number: 2265
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Blanc de chine
Decoration: Gold decoration