M.I. Hummel
M.I. Hummel Creates Legacy for Her Exquisite Artwork
Maria Innocentia Hummel had a true gift. Her artistic talent inspired many in hard times. Displaying her artwork in postcards and newspapers was where Franz Goebel found her. Her detailed expressions of children and how easily she seemed to capture the innocence of each child grabbed the attention of many. Soon after Franz saw her artwork he came to her and they became partners. It is in this partnership that the legacy and fine artwork of Maria Hummel was born.
Since Goebel was in the porcelain industry and looking for a creative and beautiful piece to create their figurines finding Maria Hummel was a gift in disguise. Together with their partnership the Goebel Hummel figurines were born and a legacy created. A legacy of the fine artwork of Maria Hummel that has continued to amaze the world that continues today. It is a legacy that the short life of Maria Hummel left behind for the world to know.
Maria Hummel worked closely with Franz and his porcelain artists to create the figurines that detailed her artwork. No piece went without her vital stamp of approval. To preserve the nature of her artwork she ensured that the creators of the figurines captured her art beautifully. It is that stamp of approval that makes up a vital sign that the Hummel figurines are legitimate. That stamp represents the quality and craftsmanship of the fine artwork that Maria Hummel created.
In 1946 Maria Hummel died at the age of 37. Her artwork carried as the figurines continued to make their mark on the world. The covenant where Maria lived took over the responsibility of the marked stamp of approval on each figurine. Her legacy continues to this day with her cherished artwork on display in many households and the creation of the M.I. Hummel fan club. With over 175,000 members her legacy lives on with some of the most sought after pieces around.
Today with figurines, bells, and plates the Hummel artwork with the exquisite detail of children has become a valuable collection. The keen detail in each piece is remarkable and is still unmatched in the world today. These Bavarian children have captured the hearts of so many people around the world. A collection of these fine items are a true statement to what Maria Hummel portrayed. It is a statement about the true value of quality and capturing the details.
We all remember with longing the childhood favorites. Maria Hummel masterfully captured these moments in her artwork and Goebel masterfully displayed them in porcelain. Together they have endeared the hearts of many by opening up the beauty that is found in the innocence of children. Maria Hummel captured that and gave it to the world when times were tough and today still hold the same sentiment. You can cherish each piece of this collection by M.I. Hummel as seen through her eyes. See for yourself and behold the memories of childhood captured in a timeless piece for the world to display.
