Kingfisher

His graphic sources were neither stuffed animals nor were they to be found in illustrated tomes; they were, instead, living creatures observed during woodland walks, in his own garden or whilst at the zoo. Paul Walther was one of Meissen’s leading animal modellers, a man who, from 1904 defined the genre like no other. The work of this self-taught plastic artist is in an extraordinarily forceful formal idiom that sees him bring out looks and gestures in an authentic, empathetic manner. In the present case, the bird’s blue-andorange plumage, elaborated with the finest of brushwork, causes the porcelain surface to appear soft and compact. The tiny fellow’s head is slightly inclined, as if it were just about to imbibe some liquid refreshment.

Animals on dishes of this kind are a popular form of figure modelling at Meissen. Generally used to store everyday items of jewellery and the like or as a means of serving nibbles, these wares are transformed into out-and-out works of art when such exquisitely decorated animal statuary is added. The past three centuries have seen animals modelled across the whole range of artistic motifs and styles. The genre underwent a veritable renaissance early in the 20th century when in-house artists such as Paul Walther as well as considerable numbers of freelance animal sculptors proceeded to model masterfully naturalistic animals of all sizes. These included our tiny kingfisher, a truly “decorative” work of art from the earliest phase of art deco at Meissen

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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:

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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.