Craftsmanship
Kaolin & Mine
Kaolin forms the foundation of Meissen porcelain. This valuable raw material is carefully extracted, tested, and processed before it develops its special effect within the porcelain body.
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The form archive preserves historical and current models. They provide the basis for many porcelain objects and safeguard the manufactory’s continuity of craftsmanship.
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The Crossed Swords have stood for the authenticity and quality of Meissen porcelain for more than 300 years. To this day, the blue swords are applied with the greatest care.
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The color laboratory develops the formulas for the porcelain manufactory’s characteristic colors. Every nuance is tested, adjusted, and prepared for the respective decorative technique.
Discover nowThrowing & Casting
Through throwing and casting, vessels, figurines, and objects are formed from porcelain body. Both techniques require precise workmanship and a deep understanding of material and form.
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During porcelain figurine assembly, individual molded parts are joined with liquid porcelain body, reworked, and refined. This creates the sculptural effect of the figurines.
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Underglaze painting is applied before the glaze firing. The colors permanently fuse with the porcelain and achieve an especially clear, lasting effect.
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After bisque firing, the porcelain is glazed by dipping or spraying. The glaze protects the porcelain, gives it brilliance, and perfects the surface.
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In overglaze painting, colors are applied to the already glazed porcelain. During the subsequent decoration firing, they reveal their unique luminosity and depth.
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During firing, porcelain gains its strength, brilliance, and characteristic material quality. Temperature, duration, and experience determine the perfect result.
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