Antique porcelain sculpture of a girl in a flower meadow. Pay attention to the amazing detailing of the dress and juicy flower buds. There is a mark of the Sitzendorfer Porzellan factory. Germany, 1918

Sitzendorfer Porzellan is one of the most famous factories in Thuringia, whose products are recognizable by their signature lace and beautiful whiteness. It was founded in 1760 by the theology student G. G. Macheleidt. Having survived several wars and crises, the company was closed in 2013 due to bankruptcy.

The company began producing unusual figurines with lace porcelain in 1884. This technology, which in the 19th century was the strictest secret of the company, required the highest skill. A thick white mass was applied to the tree and tulle or lace was placed on top. After that, the fabric impregnated with mass was collected in folds and sent for firing, after which only porcelain lace remained.