ORIGINS OF A
BELOVED TRADITION

In 1935, a collaboration began between the masters of fine ceramics at W. Goebel Porzellanfabrik and the accomplished artist, Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel. The result: M.I. Hummel figurines, the world’s most beloved collectibles.

M.I. Hummel figurines have evolved over seven decades according to changes in tastes and technology. The figurines have been reinterpreted by Goebel artists through the years, resulting in subtle differences between today’s versions and the originals.

In the 70th “Anniversary Collection, we return to our roots. These figurines are cast from copies of the 1935 molds – molds that were recently discovered at the Convent of Siessen where they had been kept for safekeeping since the tumultuous days following World War II. This historic collection replicates the style, paint colors, and casting process of the actual figurines that started the tradition. The original details, along with the original spirit, remain intact.

Each Figurine is released in a worldwide, sequentially numbered limited edition of 1,935 pieces, marking the year the figurines were born. Each bears an Anniversary Backstamp and porcelain tag. And each hearkens back to the beginning of a tradition that has proven to be both universal and timeless.

The 70th Anniversary Collection includes 11 figurines and all of these that are in my collection. I have 17 Madonna’s including the full color ones.