Hummel "Mountaineer"
Item Number: 159
Time Left: CLOSED
Description
The Mountaineer is also a nature lover, who points proudly to a blossom of edelweiss on his hat. This 4-3/4" figurine is at least 28 to 34 years old and he is in excellent condition, with bright colors and no chips, rubbing or crazing, right down to his heavily textured hobnail boots.
He was designed in 1955, and was saved for special release at the 1964 World's Fair in New York City. Our figure bears trademark 5 (1972-1979).
What nature lovers or history buffs do you know who would appreciate having this charming little figure?
Special Instructions
This piece is part of a generous donation from an extensive private collection of Hummel figurines that spans three generations. Hummel children are the inspiration of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel. This talented German artist was discovered by porcelain manufacturer Franz Goebel in the 1930s after a small publisher began printing her artwork as postcards. He reached an agreement with Sister Maria and the Convent of Seissen, and was granted sole rights to reproduce her art in three-dimensional figurines. First introduced in 1935, they were immediately successful. World War II interrupted production, but at the end of the war, demand suddenly increased as troops began buying the figures to bring home from Europe. Today, Sister Maria’s art still inspires all Hummel figurines, which continue to be hand-made by Goebel Inc. and produced under the auspices of the artistic board of the Convent of Seissen.