The hummel book 1967 poem book by berta hummel and. The first hummel book appeared in 1934, published by emil fink of stuttgart. The joy of childhood is visible in the work of franciscan sister maria innocentia, better known as berta hummel. Hummels most popular book is tyranny of the urgent. Berta hummel and her famous figurines franciscan media. Both cute and coveted by collectors, hummel figurines were one of the hottest collectibles of the 20th century. Hummel, maria innocentia 19091946 worldcat identities. Artistic works and life of berta hummel the famous figurines are based on her artwork.
Publication of the first hummel book by emil fink verlag, stuttgart, edition of 5. Hummel, berta 19091946german illustrator and roman catholic nun whose drawings of children became the models for hummel figurines. A book with drawings and photos of designs used by berta hummel which were later turned into ceramic and books of collectibles. Born in bavaria berta hummel 19091946 exhibited artistic talent at a very young age. Use this chart to find out the value of your hummel. Welcome to the iguide hummel figurine price guide iguide is proud to host the online hummel price guide.
Goebel porzellanfabrik and a german artist, sister maria innocentia berta hummel. As a student in munich berta hummel, 2nd row behind sister. Hummel figurines are finely crafted and rendered by the brilliant artist berta hummel borned in bertas creations were inspired by t. Born in massing in bavaria, germany, as berta hummel, one of the six children of adolf and victoria hummel, living above her fathers dry goods store. Make offer the hummel book 1962 8th edition berta hummel dust cover a22. The hummel book from the life and work of berta hummel. Read more about the danish hummel company at our international website. Most are beautifully cute rather than realistic this small collection is intended to show the style rather than inform on technical collector details. In 1931 berta joined the franciscan sisters convent of siessen, wurttemberg, germany. The hummel book 1967 poem book by berta hummel and feb 27. Our friendly customer service team is here to help. Their appeal continues today, as the scarcity of some styles has driven prices to record heights. She was a cheerful, active girl, who loved the outdoors and winter sports.
The hummel book berta hummel, stuttgart emil finkverlag, lola ch. Jul 17, 2017 in 1909, berta hummel was born in the home above the store. The bertahummelmuseum in the berta hummel family home presented the picture corpus christi procession in massing, 1931. The hummel book from the life and work of berta hummel book th edition 1969 copy written 1962. At the age of 18, she attended the academy of applied arts in munich. Her sketches and watercolors captured childrens happiness and simplicity even during the darkest hours of wartorn germany. The hummel book, berta hummel, maragret seeman, 7th edition. Berta hummels nephew alfred hummel and his daughter, veronika direct the museum which houses the largest collection of m. In 1890, the first goebel porcelain figurines were introduced.
Goebel porzellanfabrik in the town of oeslau near coburg announced his plans to model figurines from maria innocentias works. Sep 04, 2017 this is a hummel figurines and collectibles suggested retail price and estimated auction fair market value price guide. The hummel book by the late berta hummel 1973 vintage book etsy. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Sketch me, berta hummel, the first biography of sister maria innocentia hummel to be published in english, is available from the museum. Hummel figurines and collectibles value chart hummel. Hummel figurines, heartwarming artwork, gifts and more. Each person was accurately and recognisably characterised. Find your hummel in this chart to determine the suggested retail price and estimated auction fair market value price. The dust jacket has a one inch tear in the lower right. She later entered a convent and became sister maria innocentia hummel. 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. Poems and preface by the late margarete seeman translation by lola ch.
It may also be purchased from millers hallmark and gift gallery in eaton, ohio, where an annual hummel festival attracts thousands of collectors. Not a definitive guide to m i hummel figurines, just a quick look at the style and features of a hummel figure. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The original illustrations of sister maria innocentia. Seemann, margarete and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This fact was obscured by clever wording in their ads and certificates. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. Half a lifetime ago, these pictures and poems set out on their journey through germany, later on even crossing te ocean and. Living with the nuns, she met two franciscan sisters who had a passion for religion and the arts. The hummel book from the life and words of berta hummel 1972. After graduation in 1931 she entered the convent of sieseen, an order that emphasized the arts, and soon was producing religious art cards for several german publishers.
The hummel book from the life and work of berta hummel,12 edition berta hummel lola ch. The book had barely been published when hummel found herself in a. The hummel book by berta hummel and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The hummel by berta hummel 1972, hardcover for sale online. Eytel,translator published by emil finkverlag, stuttgart germany 1968.
She eventually became known as sister maria innocentia, the famed artist whose work inspired m. Hummel figurines and plates are the result of a successful partnership between the german porcelain company w. Bertahummelmuseum massing 2020 all you need to know. Goebel hummel figurines complete buying guide antique hq.
Ausstellung im diozesanmuseum obermunster, regensburg, emmeramsplatz 1, 6. Before she was known as sister maria innocentia hummel, sister hummel was born berta hummel on may 21st, 1909. The hummel book hardcover march 1, 1962 by berta hummel author 4. In 1934, she became sister maria innocentia hummel. This book is in very good used condition with no known damages such as writings, rips or tares to the pages or spine. She graduated from munich academy of fine and applied arts in 1931. Hummel figurines since i have received so many emails with questions about types of hummel figurines, i thought i would explain the difference between berta hummels and mi hummels. Founded in 1923, hummel is one of the oldest teamsport brands in the business. Franz detleff goebel and his son, william, founded the goebel company in 1871. Hummel, berta 19091946german illustrator and roman catholic.
Half a lifetime ago, these pictures and poems set out on. There is a selfportrait she drew as a young girl, theres one photo, and there is a wealth of poetry devoted to the art, written by margarete seemann. Goebel berta hummel figurines at replacements, ltd. Berta hummel figurine away we go bh 220 aug 27, 2006. Sister maria innocentia hummel was born berta hummel. A look at some beautiful hummel figurines and how collectable they are. 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. This beautiful book is full of the poignant pictures of berta hummel which are accompanied by the heartfelt poetry of margarete seemann. Berta chose to live with the nuns instead of in the dormitory.
Berta hummel was born in bavaria and went to the academy of applied arts in munich. Find great deals on ebay for hummel book and hummel price guide. Aug 06, 2018 franz goebel, saw drawings by sister maria innocentia berta hummel and approached her about creating the hummel line of figurines. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. Hummel has 28 books on goodreads with 1915 ratings. In 1931, following the uprising of the fanatical nazi regime, berta hummel found refuge behind the walls of the convent of siessen at saulgau. The searchable database consists of detailed reports on a nearcomplete list of hummel figurines.
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