What is the difference between M.I. Hummel and Berta Hummel products?
M.I. Hummel figurines are three-dimensional interpretations of the artwork of sister Maria Innocentia Hummel. M.I. Hummel figurines are produced by Goebel artisans in Germany. To maintain the high standards set by Sister Hummel and to ensure that the ceramic figurines are closely aligned with her drawings, the Convent of Siessen continues to appprove every M.I. Hummel collectible before Goebel begins production. M.I. Hummel figurines are given on the most important of life’s moments and are collected by thousands. The entire Berta Hummel giftware line is inspired by Berta Hummel’s imagery of children (Berta was Sister Hummel’s name before she entered the Convent). Unlike M.I. Hummel figurines, Berta Hummel figurines are not literal interpretations of her drawings. They have been produced for casual gift-giving throughout the year. Berta Hummel products are sculpted by Goebel artisans, approved by the Convent of Siessen and produced in the Far East under the strict supervision of Goebel
