In our nearly 30 years in the business of dealing Hummel collectibles, were often asked about the history of the Hummel figurines and how theyve become so treasured by collectors worldwide.
Whether youre a seasoned Hummel collector or someone whos just considering getting started, understanding the history of Hummel figurines will help you understand why these unique pieces have touched so many people with their beauty, simplicity and value.
Although Hummel figurines made their first mark on the world in 1935, their true history dates back to the year 1909, when a girl named Berta Hummel was born in the small town of Massing, Bavaria as one of six children.
A naturally-talented artist, at the age of 12, her parents recognized that her home schooling wasnt the best setting to fully develop her creative gifts, and she was sent to the Institute of English Sisters, Marienhoehe, about 20 miles away from her home.
While there, she was educated in a variety of artistic media as well as a host of other academic subjects. But upon graduation at the age of 18, it was determined that she needed further tutelage to ensure that her artistic talents were...