The most famous figurine created at the Bing & Grondahl factory
The most famous figurine created at the Bing & Grondahl factory is "Face to Face" (Face to Face), also known as "Two Boys sitting on a Chair" (Two Boys on a Bench). This statuette was created by the Danish sculptor Hans Henrik Hansen in 1900 and has since become a symbol of the quality and beauty of Danish porcelain.
"Face to Face" depicts two boys sitting on a chair looking at each other. The statuette is distinguished by a high degree of detail and fine proportionality, as well as emotional expressiveness. She became one of the most popular and beloved figurines in the Bing & Grondahl collection and is still an object of admiration for collectors from all over the world.
In addition, the Bing & Grondahl factory has created many other famous figurines, which have also become objects of collecting and appreciation among connoisseurs of porcelain art.
"Face to Face" (Face to Face) and "Two Boys sitting on a Chair" (Two Boys on a Bench) are two different names of the same statuette created by Hans Henrik Hansen for Bing & Grondahl.
In addition, it is worth noting that these figurines have significant collectible value and are often mentioned in books, articles and auctions. For example, in 2018 at Sotheby's auction in New York, the statuette "Face to Face" was sold for $187,500, which is a record price for a Bing & Grondahl statuette.
It should also be noted that these figurines were created in the XIX - early XX century, when porcelain production in Denmark reached its heyday. Bing and Grondal were among the most important porcelain manufacturers in Denmark and at that time collaborated with the best artists and sculptors. These figurines reflect the skill and talent of Danish masters in the field of porcelain art. The statuette "Face to Face" was created by the Danish sculptor Hans Henrik Hansen in 1898 for the Bing & Grondahl porcelain manufactory.
Hansen is known for his portrait sculptures, including portraits of children. He has created many figurines and statuettes for Bing & Grondahl, including several well-known works with images of children.
The statuette "Face to Face" depicts two little boys standing face to face and holding hands. They are dressed in traditional Danish clothes and look at each other with smiles on their faces. The sculptor used many elements that are characteristic of his style, including an elegant line and realistic proportions. The statuette was created by hand from porcelain, which adds great value and fragility to it. "Face to Face" has become one of Hansen's most famous and significant works and has become popular among porcelain collectors and art lovers.