< Previous38 | VON POLL IMMOBILIEN Meissen porcelain © Ellen TuerkeVON POLL REAL ESTATE | 39 Meissen porcelain Meissen porcelain is far more than mere tableware: it embodies a culture that has been cultivated and continually reinterpreted for centuries. Each piece is the result of artistic imagination and precise design, bringing the special character of the manufactory to life. MEISSEN PORCELAIN ZEITGEIST BASED ON TRADITION F or over 300 years, the Meissen porcelain manufactory has stood for the highest standards of craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Founded at Albrechtsburg Castle in Meissen near Dresden in 1710, it is regarded as Europe’s first manufacturer of hard-paste porcelain and is still a symbol of elegance and durability today. The famous sword symbol, first introduced in 1722, is a global mark of authenticity. Each piece is elaborately handcrafted, painted and fired several times. No two objects are alike: each bears the unmistakable signature of its artist. The iconic “Blue Onion”, the baroque “Monkey Orchestra” and i Interesting facts about Meissen • Founded in 1710 at Albrechtsburg Castle in Meissen • Over 700,000 visitors annually to the show workshop and museum • Sword symbol as trademark since 1722 • More than 30 steps to the finished piece The iconic “Blue Onion” has been one of Europe’s most famous decorative designs since the 18th century.40 | VON POLL IMMOBILIEN Meissen porcelain realistic depictions of animals all helped to make Meis- sen synonymous with European porcelain art. Today, the manufactory blends tradition and moder- nity in a unique way. Alongside traditional table ware, contemporary collections and exclusive art objects are also being created. With its show studio and mu- seum, Meissen is also a cultural flagship, and anyone who purchases a piece doesn’t just holding porcelain in their hands, but a piece of European history, too. The creations of international designers, who reinterpret tried-and-tested Meis- sen motifs and classic shapes, demon- strate just how vibrant this heritage is. Whether it’s a matter of limited editions or artistically de- signed tableware, Meissen knows how to capture the zeitgeist while remain- ing true to its origins. Meissen porcelain impressively sets the scene for festive tables. Symbolic and artistic: the golden dragon represents good luck and strength. © Clemens PorikysLudwig neomatik für Ärzte ohne Grenzen. Eine Uhr mit Botschaft. Der NOMOS-Klassiker Ludwig mit der roten XII auf emailleweißem Zifferblatt ist als limitiertes Sondermodell in zwei Größen erhältlich. Aus dem Erlös der zweimal 250 Exemplare wird die unabhängige Nothilfeorganisation Ärzte ohne Grenzen unterstützt, die in über 70 Ländern der Erde im Einsatz ist. Die Automatikuhr mit 36,4 oder 38,5 mm Durchmesser verkörpert Stil, Haltung und Liebe zur Glashütter Uhrmachertradition. 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