The hippopotamus lives on the African savannah. When this large animal isn’t grazing by the waterholes and rivers, it spends a lot of time underwater. When the hippopotamus is almost completely submerged under water, it’s hard to get a proper look at it, but with a little imagination and a good dose of craft magic, Chresten Sommer has now conjured up two lifelike portraits of the animal, so that you can experience it up close.
The two hippos are called Flora and Wilma. The figurines were christened by our Facebook followers, and we think that the names suit the cute mother and youngster perfectly.
Flora and Wilma once again underline Chresten Sommer's unrivalled ability to create animal figurines that look exactly like nature's originals. He has a keen eye for what gives the animal its character, and for turning this insight into figurines that radiate life and personality.
With Flora and Wilma, it's like having a little piece of Africa with you in your day. Place the two hippos at home and let your mind wander off to the wonderful wildlife of the savannah.