Eagle 1726 - 1736

This porcelain sculpture of an eagle was produced by the Meissen Manufactory in Germany between 1726 and 1736. The Meissen Manufactory was the first European porcelain factory, founded in 1710. This realistically detailed sculpture stands upon a rocky base and is painted in underglaze blue and black, demonstrating the high quality of Meissen's porcelain. The eagle is a symbol of strength and power, and this sculpture likely served as a decorative object for a wealthy patron's home. It is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.