Hummel trumpet concerto pdf hummel little hiker 1971 hummel plate value hummel little scholar. Hummel figurines guide to collectors hardcover 2000. Beside the goebel mark, there is also a mold number on the bottom of vintage, authentic hummel figurines. So it is best to identify figurines by their hummel identification number. During the 1980s and 1990s hummel collecting was at its peak. A little dish like this used for washing small brushes might not look like much, but it set a world record for chinese porcelain in 2017. From the first figurine in 1935 until 1949 the following 3 trademarks.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Haydns trumpet concerto in the twentieth century page 3 of 19 there in 1907. Hummel trumpet concerto pdf hummel little hiker 1971 hummel plate value. The goebel mark appears on the bottom of each figurine can indicate when it was made. Mi hummel factory marks and history collectible and antique. I do highly recommend this reference book as a book that every hummel collector should have in their hummel library. With hundreds of variations of hummel figurines created since the 1930s, there is an array of exceptional examples in the. Terra cotta is a reddish clay and the figures were released unpainted. Mi hummel factory marks mi hummel history, trademarks, and dating the history behind goebels m. Hummel mini plates rare hummel figurines hummel decoupage hummel nederland sister maria hummel value hummel plates.
Certain rare hummels, such as those taller than 12 inches or those made before 1949, still can fetch four figures. When they were first created the figurine series designation or mold numbers had not yet been set. With hundreds of variations of hummel figurines created since the 1930s, there is an array of exceptional examples in the market, but there are several key characteristics that unite them. Unfollow vintage goebel hummel figurines to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Experienced hummel collectors have noted that it is not unusual to find slight variations of these authentic trademarks. The easiest way to identify which hummel you own is by the hummel number on the bottom of the figurine. Hummels are porcelain figurines, plates, miniatures, lamps, bells, plaques and other distinctive collectibles which are made by w. So, if you have a hummel that says 1972 on it, but it has a tmk6, its not the first time. Hummel marks from tmk1 to tmk8 the crown mark, the full bee, the stylised bee, the missing bee, and other hummel marks and hummel markings. Hummel marks and markings an indepth guide antique marks. Buy hummel porcelain figurines for sale at auction. While they might not be quite as much of a household name to younger generations, the cute mini statues still hold an emotional.
Attempting to date any goebel piece is near pure folly unless you have. Hummel company, sometimes rare and undocumented variations have been known to surface. Genuine hummel figurines will have a goebel trademark on it. The company sells a wide selection of limited edition coins, plates, medals and other collectibles, but theres little resale market for any of it.
The selfpropelled artillery already in service with the wehrmacht had proven of limited value the first option considered was mounting a 10. How to identify authentic antique hummel figurines. Mi hummel and goebels humme porcelainl factory marks and history. Each hummel figurine will have a hummel number, this is the model number assigned by goebel. Hummel figurines and collectibles value chart hummel price. Expert hummel historian dean genth updates, expands, and enhances this eagerly anticipated new edition of a comprehensive volume for hummel collectors, enthusiasts and dealers. If you know the name of the hummel figurine, it is easier for you to check when it was made, and how much it is worth. Hummel figurines are based on drawings and paintings of children by sister maria innocentia hummel, also known as m. Goebel used roughly eight marks and symbols to date the mi hummel pieces. The following markings are the standard backstamps you are most likely to see on the vast majority of hummel figurines. It was used by the german wehrmacht during the second world war from early 1943 until the end of the war. Hummels illustrations first became popularized throughout germany when they were featured on postcards. Hummel figurines is short, and wellknown by most porcelain collectors. Berta hummel figurines your guide to antique hummel figures and hummel marks.
We sell online at discounted prices mi hummel figurines, hummel dolls, rare hummel figurines, as well as vintage hummels. These arnart hummel knockoffs have caused a number of legends to be created over the years, probably by hopeful collectors thinking theyd stumbled on a rare prototype of a presecond world war hummel from the 1930s or a oneofakind presented to visiting diplomats or retiring workers. Hummel catalog directory, by matilda, hummels, secure online ordering, great prices, free shipping, layaway plan available, 1. For the average collector, or one that usually tends to purchase the newer. Through web articles and a couple of books i determined that nm 572 was a goebel seriesmodel number. But some rare, intricate hummels can be sold for thousands of dollars at auction. Jan 02, 20 the easiest way to identify which hummel you own is by the hummel number on the bottom of the figurine.
A guide to the ten most valuable lladro porcelain figurines. Browse todays selected rare hummel goebel for sale, best offer and auction. Attempting to date any goebel piece is near pure folly unless you have a piece dated by the master painter or you have documentation. I discovered that goebel produced many other lines of ceramics that were not hummel. Hummel bee markings hummel wood plaques hamburg hummel hummel hummel plates hummel 21 0. Sister maria was born in 1909 in massing, bavaria, and later became a nun and artist in germany. Goebel and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Sister maria was born in 1909 in massing, bavaria, and. These postcards caught the attention of franz goebel, a porcelain maker.
How to identify authentic antique hummel figurines vxotic. From the first figurine in 1935 until 1949 the following 3 trademarks were used. There are rare old hummel figurines or special edition figurines that were. Only 50 or so copies were made of little velma, hum 219, most of which are believed to have been shipped to canada. Goebel porzellanfabrik, saw sister maria innocentia hummels artwork on a. Goebel is the exclusive manufacturer and worldwide distributor of hummels. Do not forget to attach closeup of the markings that you find on this vintage figurine that you are referring to. This had only hummel figurines, with none of the monk jugs which is one of the things i wanted to check out. Hummel figurines once sold for hundreds of dollars apiece, but the. Hummel marks covering the hummel crown mark, the full bee, the stylised bee, the missing bee and other hummel trademarks and goebel hummel. Rare hummel madonna plaque with metal frame hum 222. An example of a very scarce table lamp, volunteers hum 102, was snapped up by one collector in a washington thrift store in the 1970s. It will be found on all authentic hummel figurines.
I have looked at old hummel markings and im not able to tell if its. Download the hummel figurines and collectibles value chart in pdf format you. I found that it was part of a series called neue figuren meissen, meissen style figurines. The crown mark tmk1 or cm, sometimes referred to as the crownwg, was used by goebel on all of its products in 1935, when m. I have a blog too, where you can see photos and read about what ive discovered so far through my research of the hummel goebel figurine im speaking about. The chart on the left offers a look at each stamp and what is the date of manufacture. You can use this trademark to date your hummel figurine. As a result, great care must be taken for proper hummel figurine identification. Mi hummel porcelain factory marks and history reference guide. History of hummel figurines how to value old hummel figurines.
Figurine pricing is now essentially the same between the two guides, which isnt surprising considering dean genth owns millers hallmark in eaton, oh, the home of robert miller. Lori reveals tips to tell if your valuable hummel is real, shows you how to date it based on the mark, and how to tell. Hummel figurines were hugely popular just a few short decades ago. Actually developed and occasionally used as early as 1970, this major change is known by some collectors as the last bee mark because the next change in the trademark no longer incporarated any form of the v and the bee. The markings back stamp shows it is from trademark tmk2, circa 19501959. A grand adventure was created in 2002, with only 500 ever being available for purchase. See bottom of this page for samples of these marks. To find out how old your hummel figurine is, look on the underside and find the goebel trademark stamp, usually imprinted in blue. There are two marks of authenticity on all genuine hummel figurines. This book is very helpful if you are buying or wanting to know the retail price of a hummel or if there are any markings you should be looking for. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Hummel means bumble bee in german and the v stands for verkaufsgesellschaft or distribution company. You can read my guide on understanding the hummel numbering system for more information on how to find the hummel number and what it means. Use this hummel age guide to determine the age of your figurine.
From the northern song dynasty, this 900 yearold dish measuring just 5. Hummel porcelain figurines began to appear in the 30s and are based on the drawings of famous german franciscan sister maria innocentia hummel. Goebel used the same marking on all pieces they made in any period from 1871 to 1990, and then goebel gave the mi hummel line its own mark. Hummels manufactured many of the same figurines year after year. Vintage goebel hummel figurelamp base rare out of dangerorigina lmint1950s.
Below is a picture of the different trademarks with the corresponding dates. See more ideas about hummel figurines, figurines and goebel figurines. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This will give an idea of how old the hummel figurine is. The first three hummel figurines puppy love, little fiddler and bookworm were marked ff15, ff16, and ff17. The hummel was designed in 1942 after the need for mobile artillery support for tank forces had been demonstrated during the invasion of the ussr. The markingsback stamp shows it is from trademark tmk2, circa 19501959.
This mark, known as the full bee trademark, was used until 1955 and appeared sometimes both incised and underglazedin black or blue and occasionally in green or magenta. A hummel figurine was the perfect present to give and as a result prices were very high. Hummel figurines were first made commercially available. Rare hummel 99 eventide tm1, leland little auctions. Subtle variations have been noted, but the illustration to the left is all you need. Rare hummel figurines archives hummel figurines salehummel. This officially licensed book features nearly 3,000 figurines, prints, plates, postcards, calendars, and more. All hummels have a trademark on the bottom backstamp, and most of them have a date. Aug 19, 2016 hummel figurines, a series of ceramic figurines, mostly of children and based on the illustrations of the german nun maria innocentia berta hummel, are prized collectibles and have been for many years. Hummel figurine identification hummel figurines, hummel. Goebel porzellanfabrik, saw sister maria innocentia hummels artwork on a series of postcards, and recognized an opportunity. This lladro piece holds the title of the most valuable piece from all of the collections. Dating a goebel figurine not hummel unmarked without a. This, and this alone determines when your hummel was produced.
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