B &G Bing & Grondahl The Little Mermaid and the Dolphin by Ira B. Reines. Measures 5" tall X approx 5" long X approx 3-1/2" wide. In MINT condition. No chips. cracks or damage of any kind. BEAUTIFUL
The Bing & Grondahl (B&G) "The Little Mermaid and the Dolphin" is a rare, limited-edition porcelain sculpture designed by renowned American sculptor Ira B. Reines. Produced in Copenhagen, Denmark, this highly collectible piece combines traditional Danish hand-painted underglaze porcelain craftsmanship with Reines' signature classical figurative style.
Key Characteristics & Collector Details
- Design Elements: Features a mermaid embracing a dolphin, showcasing fluid movement and neoclassical form typical of Ira B. Reines' sculptural work.
- Craftsmanship: Fine porcelain featuring detailed, delicate hand-painted underglaze coloring.
- Markings: Typically bears the classic Bing & Grondahl backstamp (three towers logo) along with specific limited-edition numbering and artist attribution.
- Rarity: Highly sought-after on the secondary art and estate markets due to its limited production run.