Royal Copenhagen Ole Lukøje figurine no. 1129 overglaze

The Ole Lukøje figurine no. 1129 from Royal Copenhagen is an atmospheric porcelain figurine that brings fairy tale, storytelling and classic Danish figurine art into the home. The figurine depicts the well-known fairy-tale character as a boy in motion, slightly bent forward and with a dreamy, almost quiet expression that gives the motif life and presence.

The overglaze-decorated figurine is executed with many fine, visible details. Ole Lukøje wears a golden pointed hat, orange tunic, light stockings and small shoes, while he holds a dark umbrella and lets a light, decorative umbrella rest down towards the base. The light umbrella is decorated with a flowering pattern, which adds play of colour and narrative character to the figurine. The stepped base with golden fields emphasises the figurine's theatrical and fairy-tale appearance.

The figurine is designed by Christian Thomsen, who is known for his characterful porcelain figurines for Royal Copenhagen. Here, storytelling, craftsmanship and classic porcelain design meet in a figurine that appeals both to collectors of Royal Copenhagen figurines and to you who are fond of fairy-tale figurines with history and personality. The overglaze decoration gives the motif a warm and painterly surface, which suits precisely this type of figurine particularly well.

Ole Lukøje is an obvious choice for the display cabinet, the shelf or the desk, where it can stand alone as a decorative collector's item or be combined with other porcelain figurines from the same universe. For many, older porcelain figurines like this one will also be a meaningful way to decorate with objects that have already proven their value through good design and solid craftsmanship. This makes the figurine a sustainable choice with soul, charm and lasting collector interest.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Christian Thomsen
Item number: 1129
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Overglaze