Goebel

Goebel is a surname of German origin and may refer to various people and enterprises. It is borne by individuals across different fields, including science, arts, business, and sports, and the name is often associated with Germanic heritage. In addition to people, the Goebel name is widely recognized in the world of porcelain and decorative arts.

Goebel Porzellanfabrik, commonly known simply as Goebel, is a German porcelain manufacturer based in Rödental, Thuringia. The firm was established in the late 19th century by Franz Anton Goebel and developed a reputation for high-quality porcelain products. Goebel gained international recognition for the Hummel figurines, a line of hand-painted porcelain figurines produced beginning in the 1930s under license from Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel. The figurines became a popular collectible and helped cement Goebel’s position in the global decorative-arts market. In addition to figurines, Goebel has produced a wide range of dinnerware, giftware, and other porcelain items.

Over the years, the Goebel brand has undergone changes in ownership and licensing arrangements as companies merged or reorganized. The name persists on porcelain collectibles and contemporary decorative wares, and it remains associated with mid- to late-20th-century European porcelain as well as ongoing efforts to market figurines and related products to collectors and general consumers.