R. Olszewski for Goebel "KinderWay Bavarian Village" Miniature Displays
Item Details
Robert Olszewski earned a bachelor degree of Science in Art Education from University of Pennsylvania, while a student he exhibited artworks in local Pittsburgh galleries. Upon graduation he taught junior high school before becoming a full-time artist popular for his minatures. Olszewski’s miniatures became popular after mastering the lost wax casting method but was propelled into miniature fame in creating reproductions of Goebel’s Hummels and Royal Doulton figurines. He later accepted the position of Master Artist at Goebel Minature Studios. In the late 20th century Olszewski created his own studio where his leading client was Disney, recreating areas of the parks and Disney films in miniature sculpted scenes. Robert Olszewski’s works have been displayed at Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A.; Carnegie Art Museum, California; The Baker Museum, Florida; the White House, D.C. and many more.
| Brand | Goebel |
| Materials | Composite, Glass, Metal, Resin, Bronze |
| Marks | Origin, Maker’s Mark |
| Maker | Robert Olszewski, Maria Innocentia Hummel |
| Period | Vintage, Late 20th Century |
| Origin | Taiwan, Korea, United States |
| Name or Title | Doll Bath, Goosegirl, Waiter, Schoolboy, Baker, Apple Tree Boy, Little Fiddler, Postman, Cinderella, Visiting an Invalid, Barnyard Hero, Ring Around the Rosie, Balloon Lady, Blumenkinder “Courting”, Merry Wanderer Plaque, Bavarian Country School Display, Bavarian Bandstand Display, Wayside Shrine, Bavarian Alps, Bavarian Trees, KinderWay, Accordion Boy, Little Sweeper, Wayside Harmony, Serenade, Morning Concert, We Congratulate, Stormy Weather, Busy Student |
| Series | M. I. Hummel, Royal Doulton Collection, Children’s Series |
| Edition | Signed, Collector’s Edition, Retired, First Edition |
| Additional Information | Includes duplicates, First Editions, and M. I. Hummel Club Editions. |
Condition
- minimal surface and finish wear to figurines; some pieces not attached to displays; light dust residue and wear overall.
Dimensions
- measurements of Bavarian Country School display.
Item #
ITMGC19300
