
2025 - The year of the Snake
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On January 29, 2025, the new lunar year begins in China, marking the year of the Wood Snake. This year marks the transition from the dragon year 2024 and brings a new energy. The snake, the sixth sign in the Chinese zodiac, is deeply associated with wisdom, intuition and prudence. The combination of the sign of the snake with the element of wood only occurs in conjunction every 60 years and transforms 2025 into a year of transformation, growth and creative development.
The element of wood enhances the natural qualities of the snake - it promotes its creativity, flexibility and ability to solve problems. People born in the Year of the Snake are characterized by profound thinking, wisdom and prudence. In 2025, the focus is increasingly on reason and goodwill and promotes a balanced, harmonious way of life. In relationships, the Snake shows a special dynamic: it forms particularly strong partnerships with people of the Ox or Rooster, while relationships with the Tiger and Pig can be more difficult.
In the Year of the Wood Snake, creative and innovative projects take place under a good star, especially in the professional field. It is a favorable time for new beginnings and promotions, although caution is advised when making financial decisions. The year is characterized by a strong focus on personal growth and holistic well-being, with relaxation practices and a healthy work-life balance encouraged. The thoughtful energy of the snake helps to discover hidden talents and establish new, health-promoting habits.
“We must be the change we wish to see in the world.”
Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi
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An important part of the Chinese lunar year are the traditional customs that are also practiced in the Year of the Wooden Snake. Before the New Year, many people open their windows and doors to let in good luck. Houses are decorated with red lanterns and lucky symbols, and red envelopes are given as a sign of love and goodwill. These rituals offer a symbolic new beginning and strengthen family and community cohesion.
In the midst of this transformative atmosphere, the MEISSEN State Porcelain Manufactory honors the Year of the Wooden Snake with the porcelain figure of the snake from the “Chinese Zodiac Signs” collection . This elegant figurine, created by MEISSEN artist Maria Walther, embodies the wisdom and mysterious energy of the snake. It is kept in classic white and, like the entire collection, is also available in gold, so that it can be harmoniously coordinated with any interior design. Its presence symbolizes not only the significance of this special year, but also the high level of craftsmanship and traditional craftsmanship of MEISSEN.
The “Chinese Zodiac Signs” collection has long been one of MEISSEN's masterpieces and comprises twelve signs of the zodiac, each with its own symbolic meaning. The figurine of the snake from this collection is not only an artistic gift for lovers of MEISSEN porcelain, but also a unique piece of history that brings the deeper meaning of the year of the wooden snake into your home - refined in snow-white porcelain.
