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Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Meissen Porcelain (Staatliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Meissen) is one of the preeminent porcelain factories in Europe and was the first to produce true porcelain outside of Asia. It was established in 1710 under the auspices of King Augustus II “the Strong” of Saxony-Poland (1670–1733), a keen collector of Asian ceramics, particularly Ming porcelain.

In pursuing his passion, which he termed his “maladie de porcelaine,” Augustus spent vast sums, amassing some 20,000 pieces of Japanese and Chinese ceramics. These, along with examples of early Meissen, comprise the Porzellansammlung, or porcelain collection, of the Zwinger Palace, in Dresden.

The king was determined, however, to free the European market from its dependence on Asian imports and to give European artisans the freedom to create their own porcelain designs. To this end, he charged the scientist Ehrenfried Walther von Tschirnhaus and aspiring alchemist Johann Friedrich Böttger with the task of using local materials to produce true, hard-paste porcelain (as opposed to the soft-paste variety European ceramists in the Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy and Spain had been producing since the late Renaissance). In 1709, the pair succeeded in doing just that, employing kaolin, or “china clay.” A year later, the Meissen factory was born.

In its first decades, Meissen mostly looked to Asian models, producing wares based on Japanese Kakiemon ceramics and pieces with Chinese-inflected decorations called chinoiserie. During the 1720s its painters drew inspiration from the works of Watteau, and the scenes of courtly life, fruits and flowers that adorned fashionable textiles and wallpaper. It was in this period that Meissen introduced its famous cobalt-blue crossed swords logo — derived from the arms of the Elector of Saxony as Arch-Marshal of the Holy Roman Empire — to distinguish its products from those of competing factories that were beginning to spring up around Europe.

By the 1730s, Meissen’s modelers and decorators had mastered the style of Asian ceramics, and Augustus encouraged them to develop a new, original aesthetic. The factory’s director, Count Heinrich von Brühl, used Johann Wilhelm Weinmann’s botanical drawings as the basis for a new line of wares with European-style surface decoration. The Blue Onion pattern (Zwiebelmuster), first produced in 1739, melded Asian and European influences, closely following patterns used in Chinese underglaze-blue porcelain, but replacing exotic flora and fruits with Western varieties (likely peaches and pomegranates, not onions) along with peonies and asters.

During the same period, head modeler Joachim Kändler (1706–75) began crafting delicate porcelain figures derived from the Italian commedia dell’arte. Often used as centerpieces on banquet tables and decorated to reflect the latest fashions in courtly dress for men and women, these figurines were popular in their day, and are still considered among Meissen’s most iconic creations. Kändler also created the Swan Service, which, with its complex low-relief surface design and minimal decoration is considered a masterpiece of Baroque ceramics.

The rise of Neoclassicism in the latter half of the 18th century forced Meissen to change artistic direction and begin producing monumental vases, clocks, chandeliers and candelabra. In the 20th century, Meissen added to its 18th-century repertoire decidedly modern designs, including ones in the Art Nouveau style. The 1920s saw the introduction of numerous animal figures, such as the popular sea otter (Fischotter), which graced an East German postage stamp in the 1960s. Starting in 1933, artistic freedom was limited at the factory under the Nazi regime, and after World War II, when the region became part of East Germany, it struggled to reconcile its elite past with the values of the Communist government. In 1969, however, new artistic director Karl Petermann reintroduced the early designs and fostered a new degree of artistic license. Meissen became one of the few companies to prosper in East Germany.

Owned by the State of Saxony since reunification, in 1990, Meissen continues to produce its classic designs together with new ones developed collaboratively with artists from all over the world. In addition, through its artCAMPUS program, the factory has invited distinguished ceramic artists, such as Chris Antemann and Arlene Shechet, to work in its studios in collaboration with its skilled modelers and painters. The resulting works of contemporary sculpture are inspired by Meissen’s rich and complex legacy.

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Creator: Meissen Porcelain
Important Meissen Porcelain Figural Clock Group on Original Marked Plinth
Important Meissen Porcelain Figural Clock Group on Original Marked Plinth

Important Meissen Porcelain Figural Clock Group on Original Marked Plinth

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Lisse, NL

Crossed Swords with Star • Late 18th Century Porcelain • Museum Quality. An exceptional and highly important Meissen porcelain figural clock group, representing one of the manufacto...

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18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Large Meissen Pair Of Gardener Figurines, By Kaendler & Schoenheit, Circa 1860
Large Meissen Pair Of Gardener Figurines, By Kaendler & Schoenheit, Circa 1860

Large Meissen Pair Of Gardener Figurines, By Kaendler & Schoenheit, Circa 1860

By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Carl Schoenheit, Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

Gardener couple consisting of two large single figures. The female gardener wears rural rococo clothing: a dress with elaborate decorations and pinned-up apron, corset and borders, a...

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Mid-19th Century German Baroque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gold & White Neoclassical Serpent Handled Vases
Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gold & White Neoclassical Serpent Handled Vases

Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gold & White Neoclassical Serpent Handled Vases

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 19th Century Meissen gold & white neoclassical serpent handled vases. Germany, circa 1880s Design attributed to E.A. Leuteritz Hard to find a pa...

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Late 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Important Porcelain Vases with Female Heads by Augustus Rex for Meissen
Pair of Important Porcelain Vases with Female Heads by Augustus Rex for Meissen

Pair of Important Porcelain Vases with Female Heads by Augustus Rex for Meissen

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This pair of important and very beautiful vases is made of ceramic with 2 female faces and beautiful and fine decors. These vases were made by Meissen manufacture after the model by ...

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1850s German Romantic Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Pair Of  Potpourri's Urn Vases
Meissen Porcelain Pair Of  Potpourri's Urn Vases

Meissen Porcelain Pair Of Potpourri's Urn Vases

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This Meissen Porcelain Pair of Potpourri’s Urn Vases were repaired. It depicts a pair of porcelain lidded urn vases hand painted white color in the background with gilt details. The...

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Early 20th Century German Empire Revival Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Rare pair Meissen Elephants, depicting Alexander the Great C19th.
Rare pair Meissen Elephants, depicting Alexander the Great C19th.

Rare pair Meissen Elephants, depicting Alexander the Great C19th.

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Brighton, Sussex

This exceptional matched pair of 19th-century Meissen porcelain elephants vividly capturing the historical moment of Alexander the Great’s conquest of India. Each elephant is beautif...

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Mid-19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Plate
Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Plate

Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Plate

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vilnius, LT

Meissen porcelain plate in relief decor and hand painted in gold.

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Mid-20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Decorative Limited Edition Salvador Dali Porcelain Plate
Large Decorative Limited Edition Salvador Dali Porcelain Plate

Large Decorative Limited Edition Salvador Dali Porcelain Plate

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vilnius, LT

Large limited edition Salvador Dali decorative porcelain plate. Can be placed on the wall. Marked on the bottom, numbered, includes original box and certificate. Very good/excellent ...

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20th Century Spanish Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Cabinet Vase with Applied Fruits and Flowers
Meissen Cabinet Vase with Applied Fruits and Flowers

Meissen Cabinet Vase with Applied Fruits and Flowers

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meissen cabinet vase with applied fruits and flowers, exquisite gourd bottle shape with numerous applied fruits and flowers, and painted with insects. ...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Gilt Porcelain Trumpet Form Floral Vase
Antique Meissen Gilt Porcelain Trumpet Form Floral Vase

Antique Meissen Gilt Porcelain Trumpet Form Floral Vase

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique German porcelain vase. By Meissen. With cold-painted Streublumen floral sprays to either side and gilt bands to the rim and footrim. Fully marked to the base and wi...

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19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pr Meissen Porcelain Figures of Royal Lovers, Modeled by Johann Joachim Kändler
Pr Meissen Porcelain Figures of Royal Lovers, Modeled by Johann Joachim Kändler

Pr Meissen Porcelain Figures of Royal Lovers, Modeled by Johann Joachim Kändler

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Charming and Finely Executed Pair of Meissen Porcelain Figures Depicting Royal Lovers, modeled after 18th-century designs by Johann Joachim Kändler, Meissen’s celebrated master mod...

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1870s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair Meissen Porcelain Pug Dog Figures With Pup After J.J.Kaendler
Pair Meissen Porcelain Pug Dog Figures With Pup After J.J.Kaendler

Pair Meissen Porcelain Pug Dog Figures With Pup After J.J.Kaendler

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A beautiful pair of heavy Meissen porcelain figures of Pug Dogs with gilt bell collars on blue ribbons.The larger Pug with attached pup. Exquisitely hand-painted with realistic tones and colors. Each Pug is wearing a vibrant blue color ribbon collar...

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20th Century Regency Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage Meissen Porcelain Covered Dresser Box with Deutsche Blumen Decoration
Vintage Meissen Porcelain Covered Dresser Box with Deutsche Blumen Decoration

Vintage Meissen Porcelain Covered Dresser Box with Deutsche Blumen Decoration

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine German porcelain small box. By Meissen. Decorated with Deutsche Blumen floral sprays throughout both lid and body and with a gilt rim. Fully marked to the base. Simply wo...

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20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century
Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century

Antique Meissen Porcelain Vases with Serpent Handles, 19th Century

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Hudson, NY

A large and decorative pair of Meissen porcelain vases, of ancient Roman krater form, with handles shaped as entwined serpents. Highly ornamental, these vases represent an interesti...

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Early 19th Century German Louis Philippe Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Pair of 18th Century or Early 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Groups.
Pair of 18th Century or Early 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Groups.

Pair of 18th Century or Early 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Groups.

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of 18th century or early 19th century Meissen porcelain groups. A pair of 18th century or early 19th century Meissen porcelain sculpture groups representing the 4 continents. ...

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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Deco Mantle Clock with Two Putti, by Paul Scheurich, 1924-1934
Meissen Art Deco Mantle Clock with Two Putti, by Paul Scheurich, 1924-1934

Meissen Art Deco Mantle Clock with Two Putti, by Paul Scheurich, 1924-1934

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellent Meissen Rococo Style Piece of Art: On a curved base plate with a diamond-patterned marble-effect finish, sculpted cushions adorned with tassels, upon which sit a girl and a...

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Early 20th Century German Rococo Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s
Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s

Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Dish, Hand-Painted, ca. 1920 An exquisite Meissen porcelain miniature dish, dating to the early 20th century, beautifully hand-painted ...

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Early 20th Century German Baroque Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Pair of Lovers' 'Liebespaar' circa 1745
18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Pair of Lovers' 'Liebespaar' circa 1745

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Pair of Lovers' 'Liebespaar' circa 1745

By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Basildon, GB

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Pair of Lovers' 'Liebespaar' circa 1745 Sitting lovers, designed by Johann Joachim Kaendler, above a base covered with plastic flowers and l...

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1740s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Manner Pair of Snowball Porcelain Vases
Antique Meissen Manner Pair of Snowball Porcelain Vases

Antique Meissen Manner Pair of Snowball Porcelain Vases

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique German Meissen manner Schneeballen Snowball lidded bottle vases. Each vase has a gilt vermiculite neck, applied white florals, and applied branches with fruits, on ...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Animal Figure, Parrot On Trunk With Cherries, By J.J. Kaendler, 20th
Meissen Animal Figure, Parrot On Trunk With Cherries, By J.J. Kaendler, 20th

Meissen Animal Figure, Parrot On Trunk With Cherries, By J.J. Kaendler, 20th

By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellent representation of an exotic bird perched on a tree trunk, its head turned to the side as it holds a cherry in its beak, below the bird further three-dimensional cherries an...

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Late 20th Century German Baroque Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of a Girl with Flower Basket
Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of a Girl with Flower Basket

Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of a Girl with Flower Basket

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique German porcelain figurine. By Meissen. In the form of a barefoot young girl in a dirndl dress carrying a wicker basket full of many different flowers. Atop a Rococo-style gilt plinth. Marked to the base with Meissen's blue underglaze crossed swords mark / an impressed 9 / an incised 'No. 5'. Simply a wonderful antique Meissen figurine...

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20th Century German Rococo Revival Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set
Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set

Meissen Green Ming Dragon Porcelain Writing Set

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Long Island City, NY

A mid-20th century hand-painted porcelain desk accessories set by Meissen Porzellan, a prominent German porcelain manufacture. Ming Dragon pattern in...

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Mid-20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure
Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure

Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine vintage Meissen porcelain blanc de chine figure of a Jester with a monkey and owl dating from the 20th century. The figure stands on a narr...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large German Porcelain Figure Toucan Bird, Meissen, circa 1905
Large German Porcelain Figure Toucan Bird, Meissen, circa 1905

Large German Porcelain Figure Toucan Bird, Meissen, circa 1905

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

Modeled and incised with the conjoined "PW" for Paul Walther. Crossed swords Meissen mark in underglaze blue.

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Early 1900s German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Exquisite 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Clock Case and Stand
Exquisite 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Clock Case and Stand

Exquisite 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Clock Case and Stand

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Miami, US

This stunning Meissen porcelain clock case and stand exemplifies the luxurious Rococo style of the 19th century, characterized by its elegant shell and foliate scroll silhouette. The...

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19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Old or Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of Cupid with Bound Wings
Old or Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of Cupid with Bound Wings

Old or Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine of Cupid with Bound Wings

By Heinrich Schwabe 1, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine old or antique Meissen porcelain figurine. Depicting Cupid sitting atop a rock with a sad expression, both hands and wings bound behind his back. Atop a circular gilt Rococo...

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Late 19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

true pair of German 19th century Meissen Porcelain parrots
true pair of German 19th century Meissen Porcelain parrots

true pair of German 19th century Meissen Porcelain parrots

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A lovely and most decorative true pair of German 19th century Meissen Porcelain parrots. Each stunning Porcelain statue is raised by a white Porcelain rocky outcrop decorated with ha...

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19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Schneeballen Covered Snowball Vase w/ Birds, Flowers, Leaves & Branches
Meissen Schneeballen Covered Snowball Vase w/ Birds, Flowers, Leaves & Branches

Meissen Schneeballen Covered Snowball Vase w/ Birds, Flowers, Leaves & Branches

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent and large Meissen Schneeballen (snowball) covered vase, richly adorned with a vibrant aviary and botanical ensemble in full three-dimensional relief. Crafted in the mid...

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19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Very Large Mythological Meissen Group 'Apollo & Daphne' By J.J. Kaendler, C 1860
Very Large Mythological Meissen Group 'Apollo & Daphne' By J.J. Kaendler, C 1860

Very Large Mythological Meissen Group 'Apollo & Daphne' By J.J. Kaendler, C 1860

By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellent large and rare Meissen figurine group from the 19th century: Apollo, clothed with a cloak, attempts to seize Daphne from behind as she flees from him and freezes into a lau...

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Mid-19th Century German Baroque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Boy with Dog Figure
Meissen Porcelain Boy with Dog Figure

Meissen Porcelain Boy with Dog Figure

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine antique German porcelain figure of a boy with a dog by world renowned makers Meissen and dating from the 19th century. The figure of a young boy in typical period dress stands...

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19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Figure Group of a Shepherdess and Soldier
Meissen Porcelain Figure Group of a Shepherdess and Soldier

Meissen Porcelain Figure Group of a Shepherdess and Soldier

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Meissen Porcelain figure group of a shepherdess and a soldier. It depicts this pastoral scene of this romantic couple, she is seated in the grass with a letter in her hand ...

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Early 20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Fine Pair Meissen Porcelain Figures of Hoopoe Birds Perched on White Branches
Fine Pair Meissen Porcelain Figures of Hoopoe Birds Perched on White Branches

Fine Pair Meissen Porcelain Figures of Hoopoe Birds Perched on White Branches

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Beautiful Pair of very Meissen Porcelain Figures of Hoopoe Birds Perched on White Tree Branches, with Insects and Flowers. This finely detailed naturalistic pair of exotic Hoopoe...

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Early 1900s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair 19th Century Meissen Parrots
Pair 19th Century Meissen Parrots

Pair 19th Century Meissen Parrots

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality pair of late 19th century Germany Meissen porcelain Parrots. Each with wonderful bold colouring, perched on tree trunks, one with cherries. Blue crossed swords to...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Snake Handle Vase With Flower Painting And Gilding, by Leuteritz, 20th
Meissen Snake Handle Vase With Flower Painting And Gilding, by Leuteritz, 20th

Meissen Snake Handle Vase With Flower Painting And Gilding, by Leuteritz, 20th

By Ernst August Leuteritz, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very large double snake handle vase in baluster form on a mounted funnel-shaped stand, handles in the form of coiled snake pairs raised on the side, white and cobalt blue base, fine ...

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1940s German Baroque Vintage Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Bacchant Group, Drunken Silenus On Donkey, by E.A. Leuteritz, Circa 1860
Meissen Bacchant Group, Drunken Silenus On Donkey, by E.A. Leuteritz, Circa 1860

Meissen Bacchant Group, Drunken Silenus On Donkey, by E.A. Leuteritz, Circa 1860

By Ernst August Leuteritz, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellent Meisse porcelain group of the 19th century: The group was designed by Leuteritz using old moulds based on a model by Friedrich Elias Meyer from 1760: Visibly drunk Silenus,...

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Late 19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen group, a courting couple, with classical bust behind.
Meissen group, a courting couple, with classical bust behind.

Meissen group, a courting couple, with classical bust behind.

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An enchanting Meissen porcelain group depicting lovers standing infront of a classical marble bust, a young boy rocking a cot, a ship and dog. Blue crossed swords to the base. Batc...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models
Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models

Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Collection of four Meissen porcelain bird models German, 20th Century Largest (parrot): Height 14cm, width 10cm, depth 5cm This superb collection of four porcelain bird sculptures, was masterfully created by the celebrated artisans of the historic Meissen porcelain factory. Each bird is perched gracefully on a white porcelain tree...

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20th Century German Rococo Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen porcelain box with red dragons
Meissen porcelain box with red dragons

Meissen porcelain box with red dragons

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Meissen porcelain box with red dragons Beautiful hand-painted Meissen porcelain box, both on the lid and around it there are dragons represented in red with gold details, making it a...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

German Porcelain Group of Two Rabbits, Meissen, circa 1910
German Porcelain Group of Two Rabbits, Meissen, circa 1910

German Porcelain Group of Two Rabbits, Meissen, circa 1910

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

Modelled by Ivar Tillberg. Crossed swords Meissen mark in underglaze blue.

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Early 1900s German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set
A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set

A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Very Large and Rare German Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Three Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set. This impressive set consists of three pieces: a center clock and two candelabras, each adorned with the most intricate and delicate details that have been executed to perfection. Each three armed candelabra is remarkably elaborate with foliate arms that are embellished with gilt-covered beautifully twisted branches and curling leaves on an ornate botanically-inspired base. Embraced by the arms of the candelabras are two 18th Century Meissen Porcelain figures of musical lovers, dressed in brightly detailed traditional clothes. The round clock face, with roman numerals, a white base, and ornate hands is surrounded by a flourish of gorgeous gilt foliage, exuding an air of elegance and refinement. Perched atop the clock is a stunning Meissen Porcelain figurine of a beautiful woman posed in mid-movement, her dress aflutter, and baring her leg as she gazes up at her left hand which is holding a bunch of grapes, while also grasping a wine goblet in her lowered right hand, representing the festivities of the moment. Surrounding the clock and extending down both sides the gilt foliate leads the eye to two cherubs each admiring tiny vases of exquisitely detailed flowers. Below the cherubs, on either side, are four white ceramic pillars...

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1760s German Louis XVI Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Meissen Flower-Encrusted Potpourri Vase in the Rococo-Style
Large Meissen Flower-Encrusted Potpourri Vase in the Rococo-Style

Large Meissen Flower-Encrusted Potpourri Vase in the Rococo-Style

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in London, GB

Large Meissen flower-encrusted potpourri vase in the Rococo-style German, 19th Century Height 72cm, width 32cm, depth 29cm Crafted by Meissen, the olde...

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19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Allegorical Group, The Disarming Of Cupid, E. Andresen, Meissen, Ca. 1890
Large Allegorical Group, The Disarming Of Cupid, E. Andresen, Meissen, Ca. 1890

Large Allegorical Group, The Disarming Of Cupid, E. Andresen, Meissen, Ca. 1890

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Very delicate Meissen porcelain group of the late 19th century: Three beautiful young women with artfully pinned-up hair and wrapped in loose cloths grouped on a high towering rock, ...

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1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen porcelain 19th century mantle clock.
Meissen porcelain 19th century mantle clock.

Meissen porcelain 19th century mantle clock.

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An impressive 19th Century Meissen porcelain mantle clock on stand. Depicting seated lovers with a garland of flowers. The white enamel clock face ...

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19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Grouping of Mars's War Chariot with War Putti for Catherine the Great
Meissen Grouping of Mars's War Chariot with War Putti for Catherine the Great

Meissen Grouping of Mars's War Chariot with War Putti for Catherine the Great

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent and quite large, Baroque style, Museum Quality, Antique Meissen Porcelain Grouping of Mars, the God of War, Chariot with his Putti Servant, originally designed by Johann Joachim Kändler in 1772-1773 for Czarina Katharina, better known as Catherine the Great. Mars, the Roman God of war, is seen wearing a Roman war attire on his white double horse-drawn chariot. While seated, Mars is seen holding the handle of his sword. On his head is a beautiful silver helmet...

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19th Century German Baroque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Important Pair of Meissen Porcelain Filigree Vases with Raised Flowers
Important Pair of Meissen Porcelain Filigree Vases with Raised Flowers

Important Pair of Meissen Porcelain Filigree Vases with Raised Flowers

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Highly Important pair of Museum Quality Louis XV Period 18th century Meissen Porcelain filigree openwork vases with a medially of flowers and vined leaves. This is truly an excepti...

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1750s German Louis XV Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY MEISSEN PORCELAIN CRUCIFIX
SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY MEISSEN PORCELAIN CRUCIFIX

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY MEISSEN PORCELAIN CRUCIFIX

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Firenze, FI

Beautiful polychrome porcelain crucifix from the Meissen factory, one of the oldest and most prestigious European porcelain manufacturers. The brand...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Wood, Paint

Pair 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Style of Nodding Pagoda Figures
Pair 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Style of Nodding Pagoda Figures

Pair 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Chinoiserie Style of Nodding Pagoda Figures

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A large rare pair of 19th century Meissen Chinoiserie style Nodding Pagoda Figures with Movable Head, Hand and Tongue, known as a "Nodder'. This Unusual...

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1850s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen clock depicting the four seasons.
19th Century Meissen clock depicting the four seasons.

19th Century Meissen clock depicting the four seasons.

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A fine quality late 19th Century German, Meissen porcelain clock on stand, having wonderful bold traditional colours, the figures representing the four seasons. The clock striking on...

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19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen Birdcage Grouping
19th Century Meissen Birdcage Grouping

19th Century Meissen Birdcage Grouping

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century Meissen Birdcage Grouping Germany Circa 1880 This enchanting 19th-century Meissen birdcage grouping, made in Germany circa 1880, is a re...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Rare 18th Century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child
Rare 18th Century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child

Rare 18th Century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child

By J.J. Kändler, Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

An important, extremely rare, and rather large 18th century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child, By Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler, Circa: 1744. This is an incredible and extremely rare 18th century Meissen Porcelain piece modeled by the greatest Meissen modeler ever in the Company, Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler. Thalia can be seen seated on a gorgeous hand-carved and hand-painted flowered and vined porcelain pedestal. Her right arm is raised holding a Phantom of the Opera Black and White Mask, while in her other arm is a young Harlequin dancing and singing holding a hat. Thalia is wearing a gilt-edged dark blue bodice with white floral decorations over a black corset draped in a red-over-yellow robe...

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18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Group 'Capture Of A Nymph', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, Ca 1902
Art Nouveau Group 'Capture Of A Nymph', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, Ca 1902

Art Nouveau Group 'Capture Of A Nymph', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, Ca 1902

By Meissen Porcelain, Paul Helmig

Located in Vienna, AT

Exquisite large and rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Triton adorned with water lily wreath on his head, half man, half fish with scaled legs leaning against a high wave and ...

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Figure, Pug Mother & Child w/ Gilt Bell Collar
Large 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Figure, Pug Mother & Child w/ Gilt Bell Collar

Large 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Figure, Pug Mother & Child w/ Gilt Bell Collar

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Large 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figure of a White Pug Mother and Child with Gilt Bells on a Blue Collar. This large model is very rare to find in this quality, condition, and...

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19th Century German Louis XVI Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Meissen Porcelain Group of Lovers Kissing in the Ocean on a Rock
Large Meissen Porcelain Group of Lovers Kissing in the Ocean on a Rock

Large Meissen Porcelain Group of Lovers Kissing in the Ocean on a Rock

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Large Meissen Porcelain group of lovers kissing in the Ocean on a Rock. This piece is truly spectacular in both quality and size. The pair of lovers a...

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1870s German Aesthetic Movement Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Very Large Pair of 19th Century Meissen Day and Night Figures
Very Large Pair of 19th Century Meissen Day and Night Figures

Very Large Pair of 19th Century Meissen Day and Night Figures

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Tarzana, CA

A magnificent pair of very large Meissen putti representing Day & Night by Heinrich Schwabe. Each figure wrapped in a cloth, float above the earth's atmo...

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1870s German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Pot-Pourri Vase, Germany, 19th Century
Meissen Porcelain Pot-Pourri Vase, Germany, 19th Century

Meissen Porcelain Pot-Pourri Vase, Germany, 19th Century

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Meissen porcelain pot-pourri vase, Germany, 19th century.

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Late 19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Cherub Motto Figurine "Je decouvre tout" Model F13
Antique Meissen Porcelain Cherub Motto Figurine "Je decouvre tout" Model F13

Antique Meissen Porcelain Cherub Motto Figurine "Je decouvre tout" Model F13

By Meissen Porcelain, Michel Victor Acier 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique porcelain Cupid figurine. By Meissen. Model no. F13 from the Cupid Motto Series. Entitled "Je decouvre tout". Originally de...

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Early 20th Century German Rococo Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Meissen Porcelain decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Meissen Porcelain decorative objects, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Meissen Porcelain were created in the Rococo style in europe during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Johann Joachim Kändler, Aelteste Volkstedter Porzellanmanufaktur, and Michel Victor Acier. Prices for Meissen Porcelain decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $323 and can go as high as $225,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,108.
Questions About Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot a fake Meissen, first, check the maker’s mark, generally found on the bottom of the porcelain. Meissen used a simple mark, so if you spot one that appears too embellished, it may be a fake. Shop a collection of properly vetted Meissen porcelain from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.