Bing & Grøndahl stoneware figurine no. 7046 by Steen Lykke Madsen

This Bing & Grøndahl stoneware figurine no. 7046 by Steen Lykke Madsen is a striking example of Danish ceramic design with a free, artistic expression. The figure depicts a seated, abstract human figure with long legs, folded arms and a characterful head, where the simple forms give the motif both personality and edge. It is a figure that catches the eye immediately and adds a distinct artistic presence to the room.

The glaze appears light and warm in tone with brownish nuances on selected details, while the dark contour lines emphasize the figure's shapes and give it an almost drawn expression. It is precisely the interplay between the soft glaze and the bold lines that makes the figure interesting to look at from several angles. It functions both as a decorative stoneware figurine and as a small ceramic art object with a clear reference to modern, abstract formal language.

Steen Lykke Madsen's design here has a lively and playful character, which suits Bing & Grøndahl's stoneware well. The figure fits well into an interior with a focus on Danish design, ceramics and decorative arts, where it can stand alone on a shelf, in a bookcase or in a display cabinet. It also looks beautiful together with other ceramic figures, especially if you are fond of sculptural forms and personal touches in the home.

Older design objects like this have a special value because they were created to last and can still bring joy in a modern home. Choosing vintage ceramics and stoneware is at the same time a beautiful way to carry original craftsmanship and history forward. For collectors of Bing & Grøndahl figures and for those seeking an abstract human figure with a Danish design character, no. 7046 is an interesting find.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Designer: Steen Lykke Madsen
Item number: no. 7046
Material: Stoneware