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Benedicte Bergmann Wooden Dolls part of the Mythological Sisters Series, 1969

$1,882.90per set
£1,395.24per set
€1,600per setVAT Included
CA$2,621.14per set
A$2,666.60per set
CHF 1,532.27per set
MX$32,066.12per set
NOK 17,888.97per set
SEK 17,996.06per set
DKK 12,200.05per set

About the Item

Three hand-carved wooden dolls, hand painted in vivid colors. The two on the left side were made by the Swedish artist Benedicte Bergmann. Part of the hand carved wooden dolls "Mythological Sisters", started by the artist in 1969. The third one, in matching colors and technique, Hindu tradition. Many thanks to Maria, Benedicte Bergmann's daughter, for her support in authentication. The artist firstly exhibited them in Gothenburg in 1969, under the name "20 Sisters of Benedicte Bergmann" In 1986 she showed a collection of about 40 sisters at the Röhsska Handicraft Museum in Gothenburg under the heading HESPERIDES by Benedicte Bergmann. The Hesperides were the nymphs of the evening in the ancient Greek mythology. In excellent condition, accordingly to their age, one of them with a paint scuffing to the backside. Each wearing its name under the bottom. Dimensions: Virginia height 26 cm Benedicte height 23 cm Bangladesha height 20.5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Diameter: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    1960-1969
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Authenticated by Benedicte Bergmann's daughter, Maria.
  • Seller Location:
    Bochum, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BJ32-249-21stDibs: LU980445348692

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