Bing & Grøndahl figure no. 57 or 4057 woman with child Kai Nielsen

This Bing & Grøndahl figure no. 57 or 4057 is a poetic porcelain figure of a woman lifting a child up to her in a close and loving moment. The motif is full of movement and closeness, and the white Blanc de Chine finish gives the figure a calm, sculptural expression, where the forms are allowed to speak for themselves. The light porcelain surface highlights the soft lines and the intimate contact between mother and child.

The figure is made after a design by Kai Nielsen, who is known for his lively and characterful figure compositions. Here, maternal care is united with an almost monumental formal language. The woman's upright body and the child's outstretched posture create a strong balance in the figure, while the organic base with animal form gives the composition extra drama and distinctiveness. It is a porcelain figure that contains tenderness, artistic strength, and clear collector interest.

For collectors of Bing & Grøndahl figures and for those who appreciate Danish porcelain art, this is a model with great appeal. It works beautifully as an eye-catcher on a shelf, on a chest of drawers, or in a display cabinet, where the white glaze and the sculptural silhouette really come into their own. The motif also makes it an obvious gift idea for someone who appreciates mother and child motifs, classic porcelain figures, or Kai Nielsen's formal language.

Older porcelain figures like this have a special ability to add history, personality, and lasting quality to the home. Choosing original Danish porcelain with artistic weight is also a fine way to give good craftsmanship new life. This figure speaks both to the experienced collector and to the one who wants a piece of decorative art with soul and presence.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist: Kai Nielsen
Item number: no. 57 or 4057
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Blanc de Chine