Limited Masterworks Snuff Box Pug

The box "Tabatiere Pug" was created by Johann Joachim Kaendler in the 18th century. The limited edition piece is one of many, which was provided with a plastic pug under Kaendler's handicraft. At that time it belonged to the fine tone to own a tabatiere. Thus, this piece of hand-painted craftsmanship also became a symbol of the distinguished world. The box was used to show off taste and wealth. The "Tabatier Pug" thus represents a very special and limited gift. The here hand-painted motif of the pug has a long tradition in Meissen arts and crafts. Already August the Strong gave his mistress Countess Cosel a pug made of Meissen porcelain. For over 2,000 years, the pug has been a beloved companion of the nobility. At that time bred exclusively for the Chinese emperor, it enjoyed great popularity among courtly ladies after its importation into Europe.