Sugar caster (part of a service) 1738

This Meissen porcelain sugar caster, dating back to 1738, is a fine example of the Rococo style. The intricate design features a swan with its wings spread, a pierced and gilded lid, and a base decorated with flowers and insects. This sugar caster, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the craftsmanship of the Meissen Manufactory, which was renowned for its exquisite porcelain creations.