10012461 Luise Terletzki-Scherf die der Form eines Vogeleis

die der Form eines Vogeleis nachempfunden ist

the shape and decor result in a fresh and modern interpretation of the Mediterranean theme

Its black googly eyes are framed by lids painted in 24-carat fine gold

designed by sculptor Theodor Kärner at the young age of 21

10012461 Luise Terletzki-Scherf die der Form eines VogeleisAn outstanding artistic personality for Nymphenburg in the 20th century was the sculptor Josef Wackerle. Among other things, a series of magnificent majolica birds designed by the artist for the 1910 World Exhibition in Brussels, contribute to the Nymphenburg majolica collection. The colourful birds adorn the courtyard of the botanical garden and numerous other public spaces in Munich to this day.