Bing & Grøndahl Mother's Day Figurine 1989 Calf no. 1916689

Bing & Grøndahl Mother's Day figurine 1989 with calf is a small figurine with a calm and present expression. The calf is modelled lying down with its legs tucked under the body and its head slightly turned, which gives the figurine a gentle, lifelike character. The warm brownish glaze and the light areas at the legs and muzzle emphasize the motif's calm character and make the figurine easy to place as a discreet yet atmospheric detail in the home.

This figurine is part of the series of B&G Mother's Day figurines, which over the years have been collected by many with an interest in Danish porcelain and Bing & Grøndahl's tradition-rich releases. For 1989 specifically, the motif is a calf, and it is the same animal that appears on Bing & Grøndahl's Mother's Day plate from the same year. Therefore, the figurine is particularly interesting both for collectors of Bing & Grøndahl Mother's Day figurines and for those who collect B&G Mother's Day plates and would like to connect the year's figurine and plate.

The calf has clear references to rural life and the farm environment, and as an animal figurine it contains the quiet warmth that many associate with Bing & Grøndahl's Mother's Day releases. It works well alone on a shelf, in a display cabinet, or as part of a collection with other Mother's Day figurines. At the same time, it is an obvious gift for a collector or for someone who is fond of porcelain figurines with animals as the motif.

Older figurines like this have a special charm because they bring history, tradition, and fine craftsmanship further into today's homes. Choosing a vintage Bing & Grøndahl figurine is also a lovely way to give a quality product new life. Here you get a collector's figurine that can both stand beautifully on its own and be a natural part of a larger collection of B&G Mother's Day figurines from different years.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Series: Mother's Day figurines
Motif: Calf
Year: 1989
Item number: 1916689
Production technique: Underglaze