Schüssel | Rokoko Sauciere With the hippopotamus Mathilda

With the hippopotamus Mathilda

In times of general abundance

With the compact collection

The biscuit porcelain design emphasizes the haptic subtleties in the surface structure of this armoured pachyderm

Schüssel | Rokoko Sauciere With the hippopotamus MathildaThis Rococo service by Franz Anton Bustelli was created during the early days of the Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg. The overflowing wealth of ideas and the beauty of that era seem to be captured in this porcelain service. Even the tiniest detail is incorporated into the rhythm of the forms in all its subtleties. This porcelain has grown far beyond its original purpose as a service. It was integral in securing a place of honour in the history of