Hummel
Heritage
Berta Hummel was born in Bavaria in 1909 with a wonderful gift - an instinct for observing her world and translating her observations into drawings, especially of children. In 1927, Berta enrolled in Munich's famed Academy of Applied Arts. There her talent matured and survived rigid training with its spontaneity intact.
Religion had always been important to Berta. She befriended two Franciscan Sisters from a teaching order that emphasized the arts. Berta decided to enter the Convent of Siessen upon graduation in 1931, and three years later, took the name Maria Innocentia.
The young Sister found herself in a setting that encouraged her talents. Soon, small German publishers began printing some of her artwork in the form of postcards. These charming cards came to the attention of Franz Goebel, the head of a porcelain company bearing his name. He was in search of a subject for a new line of figurines. And here it was!
Franz Goebel proposed to Sister Hummel the idea of transforming her drawings into figurines. An agreement was reached with the Convent granting Goebel the sole right to create three-dimensional works of art based on Sister Hummel's drawings.
The artist worked personally with Goebel Master Sculptors and Painters to create the new products. The first figurines were introduced in 1935 and were immediately successful.
Tragically, Sister Hummel died in 1946 at only 37 years of age. But her artistic legacy was carried on by Goebel.
M.I. Hummel Today
In early 2009, Manufaktur Rödental took over ownership of the M.I. Hummel brand, continuing the M.I. Hummel tradition of artistry in the same Rödental, Germany factory where the figurines have been created for over 75 years. A team of skilled craftspeople work with loving care, ensuring the artistic excellence that is the hallmark of these precious earthenware treasures continues.
Today, M.I. Hummel figurines remain the world's most beloved collectibles, a tribute to the spirit of childhood that they so masterfully reflect, and to the talent of a brilliant artist.
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Bumblebee Friend Figurine HUM837
$280.00This M. I. Hummel Figurine Bumblebee Friend was first introduced in the United States in 2001. The Hummel Figurine is a girl in a dress picking flowers. Learn More -
Musik Please Figurine Set HUM2108A
$215.00She's got rhythm. This charming M.I. Hummel set features the Musik Please figurine with the Volkfest display. Learn More -
Heavenly Prayer Figurine HUM815
$200.00This figurine depicts a small boy standing on a round pedestal. Learn More -
Millennium Madonna Figurine 151719
$550.00Bring heavenly inspiration into your home with this limited edition figurine portraying the Blessed Mother holding the baby Jesus. Learn More -
Christmas Delivery Figurine 151210
$500.00A holiday must-have! This M.I. Hummel Christmas Delivery figurine depicts a cute little girl taking a ride on her new sled. Learn More -
Swaying Lullaby figurine 156050
$350.00The Swaying Lullaby Collector Set from Hummel makes a great addition to your baby's room or the perfect shower gift. Learn More -
Hummel Maid to Order Collector Set 156081
$250.00You were made to order this "Maid to Order" set featuring a figurine and a scape! The figurine depicts a small girl dressed as a maid. Learn More -
Hummel Make Me Pretty Collector Set 156082
$200.00This is of a girl with pony tails in her hair. In her hands she has a pair of scissors and a comb. Learn More -
From My Garden figurine HUM795_0
$220.00"From My Garden." Carries the " First Issue 1997" backstamp. Learn More -
Garden Gift Plate HUM925
$200.00A bas-relief image of the sweet Garden Gift motif adorns the M.I. Hummel 2004 Annual Plate. Learn More