Centre piece Glaukos

Rising as if lifted from the foam of the waves, Glaucus and Nereid emerge from the surging sea. These two figures of antiquity - half human, half fish - had long secured their place in European art. Yet, as bearers of shell-shaped confectionery dishes, they first appeared in porcelain in 1738, when Johann Friedrich Eberlein, working from an idea by Johann Joachim Kaendler, created the figure group for MEISSEN's legendary Swan Service.

The Nereid, a sea nymph and personification of the tides, is surrounded by playful triton children who embody the vitality of the ocean. Glaucus, by contrast, appears as a heroic and powerful sea god, rising from the water with commanding presence. Together, they symbolize the union of natural force and artistic order.

In this modern edition, the figure group is presented with platinum painting, applied with subtlety: only selected areas are emphasized or polished to create striking highlights that accentuate the dynamic movement of the composition. This refined play of detail makes the centerpiece a pinnacle of contemporary reinterpretation of MEISSEN's classical masterpieces.

The "Glaucus" centerpiece stands not only as a testament to the consummate artistry of the MEISSEN manufactory, but also as a continuation of the deeper symbolism of the Swan Service. In the 18th century, the service was intended not merely to celebrate the splendor of the Saxon court, but also to embody a vision of an ordered world in which even wild nature - like the sea - was tamed through art. Thus, Nereid and Glaucus are far more than decoration: they are central figures in a landmark work of porcelain history, uniting tradition, mythology, and the highest craftsmanship.

Delivery terms:

Delivery of the ordered goods on our webstore is carried out to any country and city of the world.

Transport company:

We cooperate with the following courier postal transport services:

EMS - Express Mail Service

DPD - Dynamic Parcel Distribution

Our own couriers and vehicles.

In each individual case, we are ready to discuss possible options for methods and delivery conditions in accordance with the needs of our customers. Our task is to make delivery as convenient, efficient and guaranteed for both sides of the contract as possible.

Payment Methods:

Bank transfer or electronic transfer based on the invoice.

Cost of delivery:

Shipping cost is calculated on a case-by-case basis.

On average, the calculation is 10% of the value of the ordered product.

In the case of taxing the parcel by customs service, the expenses are borne by the customer.

Delivery terms:

1. For products that are available in our showroom in Karlovy Vary - delivery is carried out during maximum 3-4 weeks;

2. For products that are not on stock in our showroom in Karlovy Vary:

* LLADRO / AIDA / LOBMEYR / AZ-DESIGN / HG ATELIER: maximum 2 months for the production of the order + maximum 2 weeks for delivery;

* MEISSEN / HEREND / SOHER: from 6 to 12 months for the production of the order + maximum 2 weeks for delivery;

After your application for ordering a product through our online store, we will contact you via e-mail or phone to provide you with more information about the anticipated date of delivery and ways of payment of the order.

* ROBBE & BERKING: 2 weeks for the production of the order + maximum 3 weeks for delivery.

We will try to arrange delivery at the most convenient time for you, upon prior contact with you.

Product packaging:

Due to the particular fragility and value of the assortment of our online store, we are very attentive to the careful packaging of the products that you order. Our packaging protects products from moisture and damages and allows you to get items safe and sound.

Product insurance:

All products from our webstore are insured.

In the unlikely and unfortunate case of receiving a broken product, we kindly ask you to notify us about this within 24 hours, providing your message with pictures and description of the problem. In this case, we will request you to send it back (at our expense) and try to replace it as soon as possible.

Please note that the parcel must be opened in the presence of the courier. In case of any damages, you can return the parcel to the courier service.