Royal Copenhagen parrots figurine no. 649 - Theodor Madsen

Royal Copenhagen parrots figurine no. 649 is an atmospheric porcelain figurine with two parrots sitting close together on a trunk-shaped base. The motif has a calm and intimate character, where the birds' closeness gives the figurine a warm and lively expression. As a bird figurine and porcelain figurine, it combines inspiration from nature with classic Danish porcelain art, and it fits beautifully into both a tradition-rich collection and a more contemporary interior.

The figurine is modelled by Theodor Madsen, who is known for his lively animal motifs. Here, the parrots are depicted with soft shapes and a fine balance between simplicity and detail. In the pictures, the light bird bodies can be seen with discreet colour details at the beak and feet, while the organic base has pierced sections and subdued nuances in light brown and greenish-grey tones. This gives the figurine depth and a natural, almost sculptural character, where both the birds and the base actively interact.

As a Royal Copenhagen figurine in porcelain with underglaze, the model has the glossy surface and calm colour effect that many collectors associate with older Danish porcelain. It is precisely the combination of artistic modelling, nature motif and classic craftsmanship that makes this parrot figurine attractive to collectors of Royal Copenhagen, bird figurines and Danish design with history alike. Older porcelain figurines like this contain a special soul and are at the same time a sustainable choice when one wishes to pass quality objects with lasting value on to a new home.

The figurine works beautifully on its own on a shelf, in a display cabinet or as part of a collection with other animal figurines and birds in porcelain. It is also an obvious gift idea for the bird lover, the collector or the one who is fond of classic applied art and decorative objects with a story.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Theodor Madsen
Item number: 649
Type: Porcelain figurine
Decoration: Underglaze
Motif: Parrots