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After seeing the fantastical Elwetritschen fountain in action, you might want to take a smaller version of it home. Workshop, gallery, and pottery store Keramik-Atelier Ingrid Zinkgraf has amusing ceramic renditions of the mythical birds, as well as modern and traditional pottery and sculptures.
Fine porcelain is still produced by Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur, the former Royal Porcelain Manufactory for the Prussians, also called KPM. You can buy this delicate handmade, hand-painted china at KPM's manufactory, where you can learn about the brand's rich history, as well as purchase products directly, with the option to find seconds at reduced prices.
You can buy porcelain directly from the factory on the grounds of Schloss Nymphenburg.
Meissen porcelain is available directly from the porcelain works as well as in every china and gift shop in town.
