Exclusive Collection Riding camel lying

The renowned Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, synonymous with the highest standards of craftsmanship since 1710, presents with the Reclining Riding Camel an extraordinary masterpiece of its Exclusive Collection. Originally created in 1931 by Erich Hösel in Böttger stoneware^®, the figure was inspired by impressions from his travels through the Near East. There, Hösel found the artistic stimulus for this detailed sculpture, in which he captured everyday scenes of a distant culture with masterful precision.

In 2017, the manufactory produced the camel for the first time in white porcelain, one of the noblest materials in European art history. Today, the sculpture is presented in a vividly polychrome version accented with gold. The hand-painted blankets are status symbols of their own, captivating with bold colors and intricate ornamentation.

The design draws on the traditions of Islamic art, where geometric patterns-stars, diamonds, and interlaced forms-symbolize unity and infinity. The characteristic palette of reds, browns, blacks, and beiges is enriched with striking accents in vibrant blues and greens.

With great sensitivity, Meissen painter Romy Kunath has translated these oriental patterns onto the porcelain figure, lending the work its unique radiance. In this piece, the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory unites masterful craftsmanship with cultural inspiration, creating a sculpture of timeless beauty.