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Capturing the "King of the Skies" at the very moment of his landing on the falconer's glove-portraying both his lightness and weight-was a great challenge for the young sculptor Maximilian Hagstotz. Contrary to traditional ceramic principles, the main weight of the sculpture rests on a narrow base, a true balancing act that puts stability to the test. This masterpiece exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship found in the production of Meissen porcelain.

At the center of attention for both viewer and falcon alike are the finely detailed talons poised at the moment of a successful landing. Hagstotz's sculptural perfection is completed by the intricate painting of artist Kerstin Laschinski. The delicate ornamentation of the back feathers radiates strength and rhythm. The feathers appear as if in motion, slightly fluffed-an exquisite characteristic of the elaborate painting for which Meissen porcelain is world-renowned. Particularly striking is the lifelike painting of the eyes, which seem to follow the observer's gaze.

For Hagstotz, who has been part of the manufactory since 2009, the special appeal in his work lies in revealing the hidden-whether a concealed detail or an initially unconventional design element. Only through the viewer's close examination does the full beauty and deeper meaning of this extraordinary sculpture in Meissen porcelain come to light.