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19th century Meissen (Germany) clocks

Meissen porcelain was first produced in the town of Meissen, Germany, in the early 18th century. It is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of European porcelain and has a long and fascinating history.

The story of Meissen porcelain begins in 1708, when the ruler of Saxony, Augustus the Strong, ordered the establishment of a porcelain factory in the town of Meissen. The factory was founded by a group of artisans led by Johann Friedrich Bottger, who had been searching for a way to make true porcelain for many years while trying to make heat resistant crucibles for goldmaking. Bottger had been imprisoned by Augustus for failing to deliver on a promise to produce gold from base metals. He was eventually released and put to work on the gold project.

For nearly six years, Böttger experimented desperately. Although unable to produce gold, he did manage to make another more... important breakthrough-the recipe for "true" or hard-paste porcelain that was of exceptional quality. Meissen porcelain quickly became very popular among the wealthy and powerful, and the factory grew rapidly.

Over the years, Meissen porcelain became known for its distinctive style, which featured intricate designs, delicate shapes, and bright colours. The factory also pioneered many new techniques and processes for making porcelain, including the use of moulds, the production of figurines, and the development of a wide range of glazes.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, Meissen porcelain became one of the most important luxury goods produced in Europe, and the factory was widely regarded as the leader in the field. Meissen porcelain was used to create everything from tableware and decorative objects to large-scale sculptures and architectural elements.

Meissen porcelain remains highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs of fine art and design. The porcelain is still produced using traditional techniques and materials, and many of the classic designs from the past continue to be popular today. less...

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A 19th century Meissen blanc de shine porcelain mantel clock…
Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Mantel Clock with Ormolu Mounts

A 19th century Meissen blanc de shine porcelain mantel clock having enamel dial and ormolu mounts. A/F., damage to cherubs), height 12.60 in., width 11.42 in.

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A Meissen porcelain figure of a Sultan riding on an elephant,…
Meissen porcelain Sultan riding elephant figure

A Meissen porcelain figure of a Sultan riding on an elephant, circa 1745, modelled by P.J. Reinicke and J.J. Kaendler, the sultan sitting on a patterned cushion and tasselled bolster, wearing a jewelled turban and gilt highlighted purple robe, holding a ma

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A Meissen porcelain mantel clock, four seasons, model 2172,…
Meissen Porcelain Four Seasons Mantel Clock

A Meissen porcelain mantel clock, four seasons, model 2172, late 19th century, the rocaille form and floral encrusted case applied with four allegorical putti representing the four seasons, the enamel inset pressed metal dial set within an ouroboros surrou

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A Meissen style porcelain figural clock, late 19th century,…
Meissen-style Porcelain Figural Clock with Venus and Putti

A Meissen style porcelain figural clock, late 19th century, modelled as Venus in a flying chariot surrounded by winged putti, maidens holding floral garlands and swans on a naturalistic base, sitting on a matching porcelain plateau, blue and gold crossed s

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Meissen, white porcelain 'Drummer Boy' mantel clock, 19th…
Meissen Drummer Boy Mantel Clock

Meissen, white porcelain 'Drummer Boy' mantel clock, 19th century, white enamel dial with black Roman numerals, set into a kettle drum beside a large figure of cupid with a drumstick, musical instruments at his feet, blue crossed sword marks to base, missi

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An impressive Meissen porcelain clock garniture, German, circa…
Meissen Porcelain Clock Garniture, 1880

An impressive Meissen porcelain clock garniture, German, circa 1880, the clock of waisted form, richly encrusted with floral bocage and rocaille decoration, centred by an embossed brass dial with enamelled Roman numeral cartouches, surmounted by a putto em

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Possibly Meissen ceramic clock well detailed with brass dial…
Meissen Ceramic Clock with Brass Dial and Floral Decoration

Possibly Meissen ceramic clock well detailed with brass dial with Roman numerals and decorated with flowers, height 16.54 in.

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Large possibly Meissen clock elaborately decorated with flowers…
Elaborate Meissen Clock with Cherubs and Flowers

Large possibly Meissen clock elaborately decorated with flowers and cherubs, white dial with Roman numerals, brass movement, height 19.69 in.

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A Meissen porcelain three-piece clock garniture, German 19th…
Meissen Porcelain Clock Garniture, 19th Century

A Meissen porcelain three-piece clock garniture, German 19th century, the candelabra 20.47 in. high (3)

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A 19th century Meissen porcelain mantel clock, movement by…
Meissen Porcelain Mantel Clock with Henry Marc Movement

A 19th century Meissen porcelain mantel clock, movement by Henry Marc, Paris cockerel finial over a pierced and decorated body with kissing cherubs, a classical maiden and applied floral decorations, (some losses), Hry Marc Paris to clock dial, 20.87 in.…

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