The beautiful M.I. Hummel figurines beginnings were in 1935 in Germany, but the art behind the origins went much farther back, to the younger days of Berta Hummel. After attending the Academy of Applied Arts in Munich, Berta joined the Convent of Siessen, which, as of 1860, was dedicated to teaching and was most supportive of the arts. Berta became Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel and taught art at St. Anna, a school for girls, nearby. Families would even have her paint their children’s portraits and the proceeds went to help support the convent. Sister Hummel never stopped sketching caricatures of the Bavarian children from her rural childhood, full of naivety and sincerity. Her artwork and reputation made their way to Munich and came to the attention of Franz Goebel. He thought that figurines of children would bring happiness to the Germans in tough times. An agreement was signed between Goebel’s company and Sister Hummel in January 1935, with the proceeds going to the Convent and history was made.

This charming, 1993, first edition Goebel/Hummel Angel Christmas ornament #646 stands 2 7/8 inches in height. Entitled “Celestial Musician”, this hard-to-find ornament is made of porcelain; hand painted with a matte finish and has a golden cord for hanging on your tree. This precious little angel wears a floor-length, green gown, adorned with yellow stars and a slim red band on the sleeve of her right arm. A brown satchel lies strapped across her body, resting against her right side. Her lovely golden brown hair swoops forward, as a flattering complement to her rosy cheeks. With her eyes glancing downward, lost in the music, she earnestly plays her violin, her right hand holding the bow. This eye-catching angel has gorgeous, crystal-like wings, delicately shaded in yellow and edged in vivid orange-red. The genuine Hummel signature is incised on the back of the ornament and an incised #646, along with Goebel, Germany 1991 marks the base. This piece also boasts an original label that reads “First Issue, Erste Ausgabe, 1993”. This exquisite and enchanting 1993 Goebel/Hummel Celestial Musician Christmas ornament #646 would look breathtaking either on your tree, or displayed in your collection!

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