Royal Copenhagen Boy with two Calves figurine no. 117 or 1858

Royal Copenhagen figurine "Boy with two Calves" is a classic porcelain figurine with strong roots in rural life, farm surroundings and Danish figurative art. The motif shows a farm boy making his way forward with two small calves close by his side, and the composition captures a calm moment from everyday life in the countryside. The figurine has a fine narrative in its expression, where the boy's forward-leaning posture and the placement of the calves create movement and presence.

The blue clothing, the cap and the naturalistically modelled calves give the figurine a vivid and recognisable character. The colours are kept in the classic, soft shades that many collectors associate with Royal Copenhagen porcelain figurines, and the light base supports the whole in a calm and harmonious way. It is an agricultural figurine and peasant figurine that appeals both to collectors of Danish porcelain figurines and to those who are fond of motifs from farm life and domestic animals.

The figurine is designed by Christian Thomsen and made in porcelain with underglaze, which helps give the surface depth and the characteristic sheen. It is precisely this type of craftsmanship and modelling that makes the figurine interesting, because it unites narrative, tradition and solid porcelain artistry. "Boy with two Calves" fits beautifully among other Royal Copenhagen figurines with motifs from farmers' life, children and animals, but also stands strongly on its own in a display cabinet, on a shelf or as a personal detail in the interior.

For collectors and for those who appreciate older design with history, this is a figurine with both charm and cultural heritage. Choosing porcelain with soul and history is at the same time a beautiful way to give classic craftsmanship new life in a modern home. The figurine is also an obvious gift idea for collectors of Royal Copenhagen, for those with a connection to agriculture and farm life or for anyone who appreciates Danish design tradition.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Christian Thomsen
Title: Boy with two Calves
Item number: no. 117 or 1858
New number: 1021117
Material: Porcelain
Production technique: Underglaze