10018931 modern the piece is fired and

the piece is fired and then polished by hand with agate or bloodstone tools

The animal repertoire of the Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg encompasses two dozen elephants

complemented by a perfectly modelled lobster as a handle for the terrine lid

So much so that he dedicated an entire collection to them: Tortoise - a series of vases in various sizes

the quality of natural candlelight has taken on a whole new meaning

10018931 modern the piece is fired andUnglazed "bisque" porcelain accentuates the sculptural qualities of the Nymphenburg animals particularly well. The rich details of the figures find subtle expression through the silky matt surface.