Royal Copenhagen figurine no. 330 Clown with dancing bears

Royal Copenhagen figurine no. 330 shows a clown flanked by two dancing bears in a lively and narrative composition that immediately draws attention. The figurine has an almost theatrical expression, where the clown's white costume, wide collar and pointed hat stand in beautiful contrast to the bears' grey glaze. Together they create a scene full of movement, character and humour, which makes the figurine more than an ordinary porcelain figurine.

The motif is modelled by Carl J. Bonnesen, and precisely the combination of the artist's name, the unusual circus motif and the figurine's model number makes it particularly interesting for collectors of Royal Copenhagen figurines. The two bears stand on their hind legs with raised front paws, while the clown moves between them in a balanced and richly detailed arrangement. The oval base calmly unifies the whole and gives the figurine a distinctive, sculptural expression in the interior.

This is a porcelain figurine with a clear narrative and personality, and it fits well into a collection of older Royal Copenhagen, animal figurines or Danish porcelain art with a figurative motif. It also works strongly as a standalone eye-catcher in a display cabinet, on a chest of drawers or in a library, where one wishes to add history, humour and classic craftsmanship to the home. Older porcelain figurines like this contain a special charm, because they are created to be preserved, appreciated and passed on through generations.

For collectors, figurine no. 330 is a sought-after model number, not least because the motif stands out from the more classic animal figurines. Here you get both a bear figurine, a human figurine and narrative delight gathered in one piece of porcelain. That makes the figurine ideal as a gift for the experienced collector or for the person who wants a more special piece of Royal Copenhagen with character and historical weight.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Artist/designer: Carl J. Bonnesen
Item number: 330
Material: Porcelain
Motif: Clown with two dancing bears