A rare and monumental stoneware figurine designed by the visionary Gertrud Kudielka (1896–1984) for the prestigious L. Hjorth Factory on Bornholm. Standing at a substantial 27 cm (10.5 inches) and weighing 1.8 kg, this sculpture is a masterwork of Kudielka’s final period at the pottery.
Kudielka was the first artist to move Hjorth from traditional terracotta into the expressive world of modern art pottery. This piece showcases her signature aesthetic: an earthy, grounded form combined with sophisticated textural glazes. It is a pivotal acquisition for collectors of Scandinavian Studio Pottery and a prime example of the creative height of Bornholm’s ceramic history.
Designer: Gertrud Kudielka (GK)
Maker: L. Hjorth, Bornholm, Denmark
Era: 1949–1964 (Mid-Century Modern)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition.
Markings: Signed with the incised "GK" monogram and "L. Hjorth Denmark."
Dimensions: 27 cm (10.5") Tall | Weight: 1.8 kg
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