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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
Rococo Porcelain Vase Cobalt Blue Flowers Gilt Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Uppsala , SE
Indulge in the timeless allure of the “Cobalt Elegance” Meissen Porcelain Floral Vase with Gold Accents. This exquisite masterpiece seamlessly marries the richness of cobalt blue w...
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1920s German Rococo Vintage Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Mythological Group Sculpture- Europe And The Bull
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Meissen Porcelain Mythological Group Sculpture. It depicts a semi nude lady ( Europe- the mother of the continent with the same name ) seated over a bull ( representing the...
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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 "Grape Picker Boy" - Gardeners Series No. 8 Model
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Meissen Porcelain "Grape Picker Boy" - Gardeners Series No. 8 Model. Meissen Grape Collector first modelled by J J Kaendler 1740 Number 8 From a series...
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20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair 19th Century Meissen candelabra
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality pair of 19th Century German Meissen porcelain three branch candelabra. Each with classical female figures holding a child, the scrolling foliate decoration to the...
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19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

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Porcelain

Important 18th Century Porcelain and Bronze Box by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 1 3/4in W: 3 1/2in D: 2in This Mid 18th Century Porcelain and Bronze Box by Meissen is truly a spectacular piece and is of the highest quality! If you look at the p...
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Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Meissen Group of Commedia Dell"arte, Harlequin and Columbine Dancing
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A 19th century Meissen Porcelain Group of Commedia Dell"arte, harlequin and columbine dancing. This example depicts Harlequin dancing...
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1850s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Early Meissen Cupid Group 'Allegory Autumn', By J.J. Kaendler, Germany, Ca 1760
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent piece of Meissen porcelain of the 18th century: Four cupids in cloths grouped together with a billy goat lying on the ground, a cupid crowned with vines sitting on the anim...
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Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figure, 'Rhesus Monkey and child'
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figure, Rhesus Monkey and child, model 1464, circa 1750 . Modelled by J.J. Kändler. Monkey, with outstretched hand holding fruit, and child chained ...
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1740s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Summer and Fall Figural Group
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautiful Meissen Porcelain figure entitled Summer and Fall is part of the company's beloved Seasons series. The putti rest upon a rocaille-formed base holding representations o...
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Late 19th Century German Other Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Sculpture, Meissen Porcelain Group, the 5 Senses, Napoleon III Period.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture, Meissen porcelain group, the 5 senses, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A Meissen porcelain sculpture, Germany, representing the 5 senses, taste, hearing, sight, touch,...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Lady Figurine Watching a Bird
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Meissen Porcelain lady figurine that it is part of group of five that represents the five senses. She represents the sense of Touch. It depicts an 18th century lady in a chair beside a side table that has a large birdcage...
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Figurine 'Estrella', Russian Ballet 'Carnival', by Paul Scheurich, 20th
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Finest Meissen Porcelain Figurine: Dancer balancing on her toes, turning her head to the right and bringing her right hand indecisively to her chin, while with her left hand she per...
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Mid-20th Century German Biedermeier Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of German Meissen Porcelain Cobalt Blue Vases
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of antique German Meissen porcelain vases designed by August Leuteritz, decorated with snake handles, cobalt blue color and gold. Meisse...
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Early 20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Early 18th Century Meissen Oval Wall Beveled Mirror Pair of Cherubs, Germany
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Fine German Meissen porcelain beveled wall mirror with a pair of figural cherubs. Finely modelled as an elegant 18th century piece of art, hand painted white porcelain china with cob...
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Early 18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

"Frolicking in the Waves, " Art Deco Porcelain Vase with Nudes by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and lovely, this flaring porcelain vase designed by Rudi Stolle for the famed Meissen Porcelain works depicts a bas relief frieze of nude nymphs...
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Mythological Meissen Group 'The Catch Of The Triton', J.J. Kändler, c 1860
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain sculpture: Very elaborate and lovingly designed group of figures: two young women with artfully pinned-up hair and wrapped in cloths tied around their loi...
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1860s German Baroque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Porcelain Model of 2 Dancing Figures Circa 1815
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique Meissen porcelain figurine depicts two dancing figures and dates back to approximately 1815. The piece is crafted from high-quality porcelain and features intricate deta...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Figure 'Street Trader Selling Grapes'
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Meissen Figure 'Street Trader Figure Selling Grapes' Modelled by Peter Reinicke as part of the 'Cris of Paris' group of fi...
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1750s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain, Pair of Mandolin Player & Woodcutter Figurines, ca. 1860’s
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Executed in the best traditions of Meissen, this lovely pair of statuettes depicts a female mandolin player and a woodcutter, where a musician entertains the laborer while he is occupied with his work. Hallmarked with Meissen crossed swords and numbered ‘18’on the bottom of both bases. Dimensions: Mandolin Player: Height: 4.07 inches (10.17cm) Width: 2.25 inches (5.62cm) Depth: 1.88 inches (4.7cm) Woodcutter: Height: 4.07 inches (10.17cm) Width: 1.88 inches (4.7cm) Depth: 2.75 inches (6.87cm) Meissen Meissen porcelain or ‘Meissen china...
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1860s German Belle Époque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Bird Model
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
A Meissen porcelain bird model German, late 19th century Measures: height 15cm, width 15cm, depth 9cm This elegant miniature, of a ptarmigan or sim...
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Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Bird Model
Meissen Porcelain Bird Model
$3,019 Sale Price
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Early Meissen Cherub Group Allegory Summer & Autumn, by J.J. Kaendler, C 1750
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Porcelain Group From The Time Of Origin: Two naked cupids and a ram on a rocaille rock, depicting the seasons of summer and autumn: Summer bedded on a bundle of ears of cor...
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1760s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Monumental Meissen Centre Piece, 19th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A monumental Meissen reticulated flower-encrusted basket Late 19th-early 20th century, blue crossed swords mark, IMPRESSED C.6., IMPRESSED 79, PAINT...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique German porcelain group of Venus with Cupid by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Antique German porcelain group of Venus with Cupid by Meissen German, c. 1750 Height 20.5cm, width 11cm, depth 12cm This charming Meissen porce...
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Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Sculpture, Group in Meissen Porcelain, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture, group in Meissen porcelain, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A Meissen porcelain sculpture of children playing colin maillard, 19th century, Napoleon III period. H: 19c...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Set of Meissen Hand Painted Porcelain Scalloped Bowl/Plate
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a set of Meissen hand painted porcelain bowl/plate. It depicts in the center a couple of cherubs holding a garland of flowers and also a wreath of green leaves while they are...
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figure of Cupid with a Cheese Press
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Lambertville, NJ
19th Century Meissen porcelain figure modeled to show the young putti with a cheese press, sat on a naturalistic rocky outcrop raised on circular base. Un...
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1860s English Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Figures "Children Dancing"
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
A Pair of 18th Century Meissen Figures "Children Dancing", modelled in the commedia dell'arte style as a young girl and boy dancing. Raised over simple rococo bases with applied flow...
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Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen porcelain group of lovers under a tree.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An enchanting Meissen porcelain group of lovers under a tree. Blue crossed swords to the reverse. Batch 81 N/H
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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Two Figurine Groups Four Seasons Allegories by Kaendler, circa 1850
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of splendid figurine groups Manufactory: Meissen Germany Dating: made circa 1850 Material: white porcelain, glossy finish Technique: handmade porcelain, finest painting ...
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1850s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Allegory Hope', By C.G. Juechtzer, Circa 1860
By Christian Gottfried Juechtzer, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent large and rare Meissen figurine from the 19th century: Youthful beauty with her hair tied up in a floor-length dress and cape that drape around her body in rich and elabora...
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1850s German Classical Greek Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

An 18th Century Meissen Porcelain Box, Louis XV Period.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An 18th century Meissen porcelain box, Louis XV period. An 18th century Meissen porcelain box, Louis XV period, gilt brass mounting. H: 14cm, W: 9cm, D: 9cm
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Brass

19th Century Meissen 'Broken Eggs'
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An enchanting late 19th Century German Meissen porcelain group entitled 'Broken Eggs' Having wonderful bold colouring. Signed blue crossed swords to the base. Batch 81 56533. DBKZN
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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meissen Covered Pot or Jar with Flower Handle & Hand-Painted Fruits
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique covered jar or pot was made by the well known Meissen factory of Germany in approximately 1750 in the period Louis XV style. This lidd...
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Late 18th Century German Louis XV Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

Antique Meissen Groupings of Children Holding Cornucopia Vases Pair, circa 1860
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A fine and quite unusual pair of large antique Meissen porcelain groupings, with each cornucopia carried by two Meissen children / cupids, all in diff...
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1860s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Rare Neoclassical Meissen Porcelain Reticulated Centerpiece with Rams Heads
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A large, beautiful, and rare 19th century neoclassical reticulated Meissen centerpiece with open filigree, rams heads, flaming finial, and love bir...
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1870s German Neoclassical Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen group playing cards, late 19th Century.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An enchanting late 19th Century Meissen porcelain group depicting three figures playing cards seated around a table. Signed blue crossed swords to the base. Batch 81 DLYNE
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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Panther, circa 1920
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Blanc de chine panther. Signed Erich Oehme.
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1920s German Vintage Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine with French Louis XV Gilt Bronze Mounts
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Miami, US
This exquisite 18th-century Meissen porcelain figurine depicts a touching scene of motherhood, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship of one of the oldest and most revered European porcelain manufacturers. The finely detailed figure is mounted in luxurious French Louis XV-style gilt bronze, enhancing the elegance and rarity of the piece. The combination of Meissen's delicate porcelain artistry with the opulence of French gilt bronze mounts exemplifies the refinement and beauty of 18th-century decorative arts. The scene features a tender moment of a mother with her child, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, from the soft expressions to the intricately modeled folds of fabric. The gilded bronze mounts, in the ornate Louis XV style, complement the figurine’s refined design and add a regal touch, making this piece a remarkable example of Rococo elegance. This rare and beautifully crafted Meissen porcelain figurine, adorned with French Louis XV gilt bronze mounts, captures a tender motherhood scene in the Rococo style. An outstanding piece for collectors of fine European porcelain...
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Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Allegorical Group 'The Water', by M.V. Acier, Germany, Around 1860
By Meissen Porcelain, Michel Victor Acier 1
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century: Nymph, covered only with a cloth, seated on a half shell floating on the water, holding the cloth at one end so that it forms ...
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Mid-19th Century German Baroque Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine, 'Pair of Gardeners', Model No 1584
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurines, Pair of Gardeners. Model 1584. A couple of gardeners, designed by Johann Joachim Kaendler, with flowers and vegetable basket, sitting / s...
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1750s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Early Meissen Round Group of Gardener Children, by J.J. Kaendler, 1763-1774
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen porcelain group from the time of origin: Four children in festive, rural rococo clothing on a three-part rocaille base: on the central raised pedestal a girl with a basket o...
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1760s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Rococo Group 'Love and Reward', by J.C. Schoenheit, Around 1850
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Carl Schoenheit
Located in Vienna, AT
Elaborate porcelain group of the 19th century: Young mother in elaborate Rococo clothing, seated on a magnificent Louis XVI-style armchair, resting her left foot on a low pedestal, ...
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Mid-19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Snake Handle Vase With Flower Boquet Painting, by Leuteritz, Ca 1880
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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1880s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

Meissen Porcelain Snakes Handle Vase, 1st Quality, Cobalt and Gold Painting
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Berlin, DE
Meissen Porcelain snakes handle vase. 1st quality. Cobalt and gold painting.  
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20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

A Pair of 18th C. Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Sheep, Modeled by Kändler
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of 18th C. Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Sheep, Modeled by Kändler. A delightful pair of Meissen porcelain sheep figurines, expertly mo...
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1740s German Louis XV Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Meissen Porcelain Reticulated Two-Handled Basket
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meissen Porcelain reticulated two-handled basket Late 19th century. Blue underglaze crossed swords mark on the underside. Of oval form, applied with flower heads and flanked by en...
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19th Century Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Commedia Dell'Arte Group Harlequin Family by J.J. Kaendler Germany c1870
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Commedia dell'Arte figure group from the 19th century: Harlequin and Columbine with child dancing in a circle: Harlequin in green jacket with golden buttons and white ruff...
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1850s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Turkish Pair holding sweetmeat / table salt bowls
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Meissen Porcelain, Pair of Turkish figures holding sweetmeat / table salt bowl. These sweetmeat figures were made around 1745, the original models being done by J F Eber...
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1740s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Model of a "Gaukler Adler"
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Stamford, CT
A Meissen model of a "Gaukler Adler" first modelled by Paul Walther in 1906.
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Early 20th Century German Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Model of a Crouching Kitten, German, Modeled by Otto Jarl, 1903
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A model of a crouching kitten by Meissen, German, Modeled by Otto Jarl, 1903. The kitten is shown to have pinkish eyes with a pinkish nose and a blue bow. Th...
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1910s German Rococo Vintage Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Meissen Porcelain Group of Gardeners, Late 19th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Taken from a model of 1772 by M.C. Avier and J.C. Schönheit, this charming porcelain group by the Meissen manufactory depicts a group of five figures around a central rock mound, inv...
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Late 19th Century German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen Porcelain Urn
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
19th Century Meissen Porcelain Urn , circa 1880, painted with a continuous band of flowering violets. Crossed swords and numbered "Q92" on the base. 11.25" inches high
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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen Porcelain Urn
19th Century Meissen Porcelain Urn
$1,617 Sale Price
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Paul Scheurich for Meissen, Resting Nobleman, Porcelain Sculpture, circa 1920
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Presented here is one of the finest Meissen porcelain figurines of the Art Deco period by Professor Paul Scheurich (1883-1945), who is acknowledged to be one of the 20th century's gr...
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1920s German Belle Époque Vintage Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Pair of Musicians Seated in Ormolu Candelabra
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Basildon, GB
Meissen Porcelain Figurines, Pair of seated Musician figures. 14cm high figures, Crossed swords mark to rear of base, c1745. Both figures mounted in an 18th Century ormolu arbour ...
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1740s German Rococo Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Meissen Porcelain Figural Group with a Musician Playing the Drums
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Tarzana, CA
A lovely 19th century German Meissen porcelain figural group of a standing lady appealing to a standing gentleman and a musician sitting by their feet playing the drums. Late 19th century. Blue Meissen crossed sword...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Rococo Group 'The Good Father' by J.C. Schönheit, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Carl Schoenheit
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain genre group: The father in domestic garb (housecoat over elaborate house clothes, slippers, high cap) sitting on a cushioned bench and busy supervising hi...
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Late 20th Century German Rococo Meissen Porcelain Decorative Objects

Materials

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.

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