Sister Innocentia Hummel was born, Berta Hummel, in Bavaria in Germany. She began painting pictures of children, which were transformed into postcards. These came to the attention of Franz Goebel and a partnership was formed. This endearing photo is an authentic, antique Hummel collectible, set into a wooden frame, which is approximately 6 ¾” x 5 ½” and has “Made In Germany” on its back. The requisite Hummel signature is at the bottom right of the photo.
The picture is of a darling little girl, wearing a blue kerchief with matching apron worn over a red checked dress. She is sitting prettily in a field filled with blue and yellow flowers. Her hair is in braids, tied at the end with red ribbon and perhaps there is a breeze blowing, because her braid is uplifted. In the girl’s hands are knitting needles, with her knitting project in red; the ball of yarn lying in the grass. There is a partial fence visible and behind it is a slender tree, with its graceful branches reaching above the child. Perched on a lower branch is a yellow bird, its mouth open in song. The little girl, eyes closed, is perhaps entranced and singing along. This appealing photo is one that could enhance in any room of your home and give you something to treasure for a lifetime!
Tags: Artwork, Celebrated Artist, Excellent Condition, Goebel, Goebel Hummel, Handpainted Figurines, Hummel, Maria Innocentia Hummel, Personal Collection
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