Limited Masterworks Peacock Group

A graceful piece of Meissen craftsmanship - the composition of a noble pair of birds. The figure of the "Peacock Group", limited to 25 pieces for the limited reissued Masterpieces 2020, was modeled by Meissen animal sculptor Max Esser around 1925 as part of a centerpiece. Founded by the master modeler Kaendler, animal figures in white or also hand-painted developed into a favorite theme of many artists, which was preserved and perfected in the Meissen craft. The figurine is made of 22 individual parts, which are either individually hand-painted after embossing or left to shine naturally in the soft white of the porcelain. Each bird is characterized by a straight, graceful posture, which is maintained with the help of various supports until after firing. A process that requires the highest artistic skill and craftsmanship from the modeling of the mold to the firing and eventual hand-painted decoration of the figure. With an imposing height of 49 centimeters, the noble bird adorns a beautiful piece of Meissen craftsmanship.