Miniature figure of a parakeet 1745 - 1750

This miniature porcelain parakeet figure, created by the Meissen Manufactory between 1745 and 1750, is a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of the renowned German porcelain factory. The parakeet is depicted perched on a branch, its feathers meticulously painted with delicate patterns. This intricate detail and the overall realistic form highlight the Meissen Manufactory's reputation for producing high-quality, lifelike porcelain figures. The small size of the figure, measuring only 2 1/16 x 1 1/8 x 7/8 in., makes it a charming and intricate collectible, currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.