Porcelain, earthenware, ceramics

The Scheibe-Alsbach Factory (Scheibe-Alsbach) was founded in Thuringia in 1835 by Ludwig Oels. Within a few decades, it gained worldwide fame. Since 1857, it has been widely known as the first Thuringian factory to produce large-sized figures (mainly religious in nature - Madonnas), gravestones, as well as busts of famous poets and composers, animalistic compositions, and products in Rococo and Biedermeier styles. In 1863, the factory changed owners to A.W.F. Kister, and the name was changed to Porzellanmanufaktur A.W.F. Kister. It operated until 1962. In 1972, the factory was nationalized and became part of the fine porcelain association in Lichta. Products from the factory have received 2 silver medals and 6 Grand Prix at national and international exhibitions, and in 1911, they received 12 gold medals at an exhibition in Turin, Italy. The production is exclusively done by hand. They produce figurative porcelain: busts of poets and composers, animal figures, dancing figures, etc. (from classical compositions to historical scenes), as well as vases, lamps, and gravestones. Carefully selected raw materials, high-quality porcelain of a special grade, and improved polishing technology allow for the production of figures that are meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail.