Single Figurines King Dumb

The Meissen porcelain figure "King Dumb", created by Maria Walther in 2023, masterfully blends humor, depth, and contemporary design language. Measuring 24.5 cm in height and 10.5 cm in width, the sculpture features a gorilla seated on a realistically modeled tree trunk, wearing a regal crown and holding a gleaming golden orb in his hand.

This scene unfolds like a parable about power, responsibility, and the human search for meaning. The gorilla gazes inquisitively at the orb-as if pondering the true nature of value. His thoughtful expression and slightly tilted posture give the figure a quiet dignity, deliberately distancing it from conventional representations of authority.

As with many of Maria Walther's works, expectations are deliberately subverted: the title "King Dumb" plays with irony, self-reflection, and a touch of satire-without mocking the figure. Instead, it opens a space for interpretation, where intelligence and naivety, strength and doubt, coexist in a nuanced balance.

Crafted from the finest Meissen porcelain, hand-painted, and adorned with delicate gold accents, the figure showcases exceptional artistry. The intricate modeling by Meissen's skilled "Bossierer" gives the sculpture striking presence-from the precision of the gorilla's anatomy to the subtle surface details. "King Dumb" is a contemporary art object that invites contemplation-while gently provoking with wit and character.