Parrot 1730 - 1735

This porcelain sculpture of a parrot, created by the Meissen Manufactory between 1730 and 1735, is a fine example of European porcelain production. The parrot, perched on a branch, is meticulously detailed with painted feathers and a natural pose. The Meissen Manufactory, known for its innovative and high-quality porcelain, captured the bird's beauty in this delicate and realistic work. The sculpture, now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, reflects the fascination with exotic fauna prevalent in 18th-century Europe.