1954 Hans Bølling Beech & Teak Figurine ‘Strit’ for Ørskov & Co Denmark

Vintage wooden figurine produced by Torben Orskov & Co in Denmark. The figurine is named “Strit” and was designed by Hans Bolling

Hans Bolling attended an Art- and Handcraft School originally to become an advertising designer, however some years later he followed his passion for architecture and graduated as an architect from the Royal Danish Art Academy. He designed a plethora of art works, ranging from wooden dolls and furniture to villas, living complexes and town halls. Oscar the Dog and his Duck came to life in the 1950s during Hans Bolling’s younger years, following the architect’s interest in nature and animals. Here he decided to create small figures of animal figurines for his loved ones. Later, after winning an award he received a carpentry machine, which afforded him the opportunity to carve his beloved figures into wood. It is at this point during the Danish spring that the Mermaid, Dog and the Duck, and later its offspring – the Duckling, were born.