Meissen Porcelain

Curious about Meissen’s crossed swords? Europe’s premiere porcelain maker has been committed to an unparalleled level of excellence for over 300 years.

Since the early 13th century, Europe’s ruling houses had been importing porcelain at mind-boggling prices from China. Porcelain was first successfully produced by Meissen in 1708, marking the beginning of european porcelain. Meissen porcelain is crafted and painted by hand, underscoring Meissen’s uncompromising aspiration to quality. Besides the meticulous and complex artistry of Meissen works, the porcelain maker’s work can be identified by the marks used consistently since the company’s founding. Two crossed swords adorn each Meissen masterpiece, making the works instantly recognizable. With unmistakable refinement and craftsmanship, Meissen porcelain is the pinnacle of european porcelain.