Hummel Reference Number 156811 Hummel Figurine 304 Trademark 8 Size 5.50" This M. I. Hummel Figurine The Artist was first issued in the United States in 1971. The Hummel Figurine first Figurineed by master sculptor Karl Wagner in 1955. The Hummel Figurine came with an easel for a short period of time. The Easel is no longer available.