M.I. Hummel

Village Boy (Final Issue) - HUM 51 HSC 69139093

$160.00

M.I. Hummel Final Issue figurine HUM 51 "Village Boy" featuring a boy with a basket on a cobblestone base.

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Exclusive for Club Members.

A Rare Final Farewell to a Bavarian Classic Step into the rolling countryside of Bavaria with the Village Boy (HUM 51). This special Final Issue release marks the conclusion of production for one of the most iconic characters in the M.I. Hummel archives. Dressed in his traditional hand-painted Lederhosen and sturdy walking boots, this young traveler is a permanent resident of the local marketplace.

With his woven basket in hand, he traverses the familiar cobblestone streets to collect fresh vegetables, artisanal baked goods, and meats for his family's evening meal. Because this is a Final Issue, the molds for this specific size and design have been retired, making this a high-priority acquisition for serious collectors and an Exclusive for Hummel Members.

A Cornerstone of Village Life: Hand-painted in Rödental, Germany, the Village Boy embodies the industrious and cheerful spirit of Bavarian youth. His presence adds a sense of history and movement to any traditional display, serving as a reminder of a simpler time of community and craftsmanship.

Complete Your "Final Issue" Gallery: As a retired treasure, Village Boy pairs perfectly with other figurines that have reached their final production milestones:

Joyful (Final Issue) – HUM 53 – Add the musical girl on the fence to complete a scenic rural duo.
Let’s Sing (Final Issue) – HUM 119/O – Celebrate the 2018 retirement of this classic musical trio.
The Postman (HUM 119) – Pair the boy on his way to market with the village mail carrier for a bustling town scene.
The Botanist (HUM 351/0) – Combine the boy with his empty basket with the gardener who has already filled hers with blossoms.

Sculptor: Arthur Moeller

Sculpted: 1936

Height: 4.00"

* Size:

1000286 | Hum 51/3/0 | Height: 4.00"
1000287 | Hum 51/2/0 | Height: 5.00"
1000288 | Hum 51/0 | Height: 6.00"
1000289 | Hum 51/1 | Height: 7.25"

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Village Boy has been produced in six size variations and has appeared in at least one size under Trademarks 1-8. Many of these sizes have been temporarily withdrawn over the years. The most important variation occurred under Trademark 1 (Crown Mark), in which the boy wears a blue jacket and a yellow kerchief instead of the normal green jacket and red kerchief.
Four variations (4.00, 5.00, 6.25 and 7.25 inch) will be produced in 2016 and will include a special "Final Issue" backstamp under Trademark 10. At the end of the production year, all molds will be destroyed.
• In the smallest, 4.00" version, the boy tilts his head directly upward and his boots are planted flat on the ground.
•In the mid-sized, 5.00" version, the boy twists his head to the side while pointing his chin upward. His boots turn up slightly at the toe.
•In the larger, 6.25" version, the boy's gaze is more direct, his bandana curves outward, and his boots turn up at the toe.
•In the largest, 7.25" version, the boy gazes upward, his hair is swept high, his bandana sticks out straight, and his boots curl up quite a bit at the toe, revealing tan soles.
All versions will be produced in 2016 under Trademark 10 with a Final Issue Backstamp. At the end of the production year, all the molds will be destroyed.