MEISSEN COLLECTIONS
Since its founding in 1710, the MEISSEN porcelain manufactory has stood for unparalleled craftsmanship and artistic excellence. Particularly noteworthy are the patterns, collections and shapes that have made Meissen one of the world’s most renowned porcelain brands. Each piece tells a story of tradition and innovation, shaped by generations of manufacturing expertise and creative mastery.
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B-ShapeCreated by Ernst August Leuteritz between 1844 and 1855, this table service is considered an outstanding example of Meissen Historicism. Royal blue, elaborate reliefs and precious gold ornamentation define its opulent appearance. Since its presentation at the 1867 Paris World’s Fair, B-Form has ranked among the manufactory’s most important classics. -
Boettger StonewareBöttger stoneware was developed in Meissen by Johann Friedrich Böttger at the beginning of the 18th century. The deep-brown, exceptionally hard material can be ground, polished, cut and refined with relief decoration. Its warm colour and precise workmanship give the objects a distinctive, timeless character. -
MEISSEN2GoMEISSEN2Go combines traditional Meissen porcelain with a modern, mobile lifestyle. The reusable cups feature a variety of patterns and coordinating sleeves. This turns coffee on the go into a stylish companion and a sustainable alternative to disposable cups. -
MEISSEN® CosmopolitanMEISSEN Cosmopolitan is distinguished by its clear, elegant design language and versatile individual pieces. Its purist form provides the ideal canvas for both classic and contemporary patterns. This makes the collection equally suitable for everyday use and festive table settings. -
MYSTIC MAISONMystic Maison combines selected influences from past eras with contemporary design. Product designer Lena Hensel and her team created an eclectic world of decoration as a tribute to the diversity of the fine arts. The collection unites traditional craftsmanship with festive brilliance and modern design. -
NEW CUTOUTThe Neuer Ausschnitt shape can be traced back to Johann Joachim Kaendler, with its earliest elements dating from around 1745. Its defining features are a petal-like contour, a wavy rim and a forked acanthus-leaf handle. To this day, this traditional shape carries famous patterns such as the Meissen Rose and Onion Pattern. -
NOVANova combines angular lines with gentle curves to create a modern design language full of visual tension. Developed by product designer Zhuoyu Hou, the Bauhaus-inspired collection appears clear, purist and organic at the same time. Whether in white or decorated, it reveals new geometric details with every use. -
NO 41N°41 offers a contemporary interpretation of Meissen table culture, which has evolved over centuries. Its clear shape can be combined in many ways with a variety of reliefs and patterns. The result is a stylish setting for everyday dining as well as special occasions. -
ROYAL BLOSSOMRoyal Blossom reinterprets Johann Joachim Kaendler’s famous snowball blossoms as a delicate relief. The intricate flowers were originally created in 1739 for a royal table service. On the purist N°41 shape, they unite historic modelling artistry with timeless elegance and a distinctive tactile quality. -
ROYAL MEANDERRoyal Meander brings a clear, graphic line design to the MEISSEN Cosmopolitan shape. The delicate border patterns are inspired by architectural elements of Albrechtsburg Castle in Meissen. The decoration combines tradition with a contemporary spirit and is equally suited to everyday use and festive occasions. -
Swan ServiceJohann Joachim Kaendler’s Swan Service is regarded as an opus magnum of German Baroque art. Commissioned for Heinrich Count von Brühl from 1737 onwards, it comprised more than 2,200 pieces. The eponymous swan relief and richly sculpted details are still shaped by hand today. -
ESPRESSO COLLECTIONThe MEISSEN Espresso Collection presents decorative motifs from more than 300 years of manufactory history. Hand-painted and graphically interpreted designs meet the classically inspired Berlin shape. Each cup brings the creative diversity of MEISSEN to life while serving as an individual collector’s piece. -
MUG COLLECTIONThe MEISSEN Mug Collection transfers motifs from the historic decoration archive onto a contemporary mug shape. A particular focus lies on the manufactory’s traditional floral painting, reinterpreted in numerous variations. The mugs can be collected, combined and enjoyed as distinctive everyday companions. -
THE ORIGINALThe Original places the Crossed Swords, MEISSEN’s world-famous trademark, at centre stage. The historic emblem is presented on white porcelain in different sizes and arrangements. The clear design combines the manufactory’s heritage with a modern, unmistakable expression. -
VITRUVVitruv is a modern tableware shape with balanced proportions and precise geometric design. Striking relief structures give the purist porcelain a distinctive tactile quality. The collection is highly versatile and presents food in a contemporary way. -
WavesWellenspiel is defined by gently curved contours and a characteristic wave relief. Its organic design language evokes movement in water and gives every piece a lively surface. This versatile table service combines everyday practicality with the exceptional quality of Meissen porcelain. -
MEISSEN COLLAGEThe MEISSEN Collage combines motifs from the rich decoration archive into surprising, contemporary compositions. Historic elements are enlarged, rearranged and paired with graphic accents. The result is an expressive collection that playfully brings tradition into the present. -
URBAN COLORSUrban Colors brings intense shades and a modern, urban aesthetic to Meissen porcelain. The clear colour fields can be combined individually to create vibrant accents on the table. Fine craftsmanship and contemporary colour design make every arrangement personal and versatile. -
ONION PATTERNThe Meissen Onion Pattern was developed from 1731 onwards, inspired by East Asian models. Despite its name, the cobalt-blue decoration depicts stylised peaches, pomegranates, bamboo and blossoms. Still painted by hand beneath the glaze today, it ranks among the best-known patterns in the history of European porcelain.
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Monkey OrchestraJohann Joachim Kaendler’s Monkey Orchestra is one of the most famous figure ensembles of the European Rococo. Human musicians are portrayed as elegantly dressed monkeys and characterised with humorous details. Each figure is meticulously modelled, assembled and artistically painted by hand. -
Cupid in PorcelainMEISSEN’s cupids draw on the playful visual world of the Baroque and Rococo. The winged messengers of love appear in various scenes, gestures and allegorical roles. Finely modelled details and meticulous hand-painting give each figure an individual expression. -
Hentschel ChildrenThe Hentschel Children were created at the beginning of the 20th century based on designs by Meissen artist Julius Konrad Hentschel. They depict children in natural everyday situations and captivate with lively, unaffected movement. Lovingly modelled, the figures combine Art Nouveau, subtle humour and masterful porcelain painting. -
Young AnimalsThe Young Animals collection depicts young creatures in lively, closely observed poses. Fine modelling and restrained or naturalistic painting emphasise fur, feathers and characteristic movements. The result is a series of charming figures that continues MEISSEN’s long tradition of animal sculpture. -
Fairy-tale FigurinesThe Fairy-Tale Figures translate familiar stories and imaginative characters into artistic porcelain sculpture. Expressive gestures, detailed costumes and meticulous hand-painting bring the tales to life. Each figure combines narrative imagination with the manufactory’s mastery of modelling. -
Chinese ZodiacsThe collection is dedicated to the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac. Each figure interprets the characteristic traits of its sign in a distinctive sculptural form. Precise modelling and high-quality craftsmanship make the zodiac figures symbolic collector’s pieces and personal gifts. -
ORCHESTER KURIOSUMOrchestra Curiosum brings imaginatively designed animal figures together in an unusual musical ensemble. Each figure plays its own instrument and has a humorous, individual personality. Detailed modelling and painting make the orchestra a modern continuation of Meissen’s figurative art. -
LADIES & GENTLEMENLadies & Gentlemen interprets elegant society figures with a contemporary, fashion-conscious attitude. Clear silhouettes, expressive poses and sophisticated decoration give the figures an unmistakable personality. The collection combines traditional porcelain sculpture with modern illustration and stylish design.
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ANTARCTICAAntarctica is inspired by the clear, tranquil landscape of the polar region. Sculptural forms, white porcelain and finely rendered animal motifs convey the distinctive atmosphere of ice and snow. The collection combines decorative function with expressive contemporary porcelain art.
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1722 SWORDS1722 Swords draws on the Crossed Swords, which have signified provenance from the MEISSEN manufactory since the early 18th century. The iconic emblem is transformed into a striking jewellery motif in porcelain and precious metal. The collection combines historic symbolism with a clear, modern design language. -
1739 ROYAL BLOSSOM1739 Royal Blossom translates Johann Joachim Kaendler’s snowball blossom into fine porcelain jewellery. The sculptural flowers are individually crafted and combined with high-quality precious-metal elements. In this way, the collection unites the opulent design language of the 18th century with contemporary elegance. -
BLOOM COLLECTIONThe Bloom Collection presents MEISSEN’s traditional floral painting in a modern jewellery form. Delicate porcelain elements are painted by hand and combined with selected precious metals. Each blossom adds a colourful accent and makes the manufactory’s craftsmanship immediately visible. -
PEARL COLLECTIONThe Pearl Collection interprets the classic pearl shape in the finest Meissen porcelain. Smooth, gently rounded elements meet high-quality precious-metal settings and understated design. The result is timeless jewellery that elegantly places the purity of white porcelain at centre stage.