Bing & Grøndahl bird figurine on branch no. 2242 by Svend Jespersen

This bird figurine from Bing & Grøndahl combines the lifelike and the stylized in a way that makes the classic Danish porcelain figurines so sought-after. The bird sits calmly on a branch with a fine, attentive expression, and the simple composition gives the figurine a quiet, harmonious presence. It is a porcelain figurine that fits beautifully into both a classic collection and a more contemporary interior, where smaller art and design objects are allowed to create personality.

The figurine is designed by Svend Jespersen, who is known for his lively animal figurines with a sense of movement, proportions, and character. Here this is seen in the soft modeling of the bird's round body, the long tail, and the discreet details in the wings. The colors appear subdued and refined with light blue tones on the breast and tail, grayish shades on the back and wings as well as small brownish markings at the head. The light branch emphasizes the figurine's calm expression and gives the whole a natural balance.

As a Bing & Grøndahl bird figurine, no. 2242 is an obvious choice for collectors of Danish porcelain, bird figurines, and classic Scandinavian design. It is also well suited as a gift idea for anyone who is fond of nature motifs, porcelain art, and smaller decorative figurines with history and craftsmanship quality. The figurine can be placed alone on a shelf, on a desk, or in a display cabinet, but it can also be combined with other bird figurines from Bing & Grøndahl and Royal Copenhagen for a personal and atmospheric expression.

The glossy glaze and the underglaze decoration give the figurine depth and calm, while the motif retains its simple, poetic expression. It is precisely the type of porcelain figurine that you notice again and again, because the form is so balanced, and because the motif seems both familiar and timeless.

Product information:
Brand: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist: Svend Jespersen
Item number: 2242
Material: Porcelain
Technique: Underglaze
Dimensions: W: 9 cm