Hares of the Year - Experience Small Moments of Joy
When nature awakens from its winter sleep, the hare is among its first messengers. For centuries it has symbolized new beginnings, vitality, and the returning abundance of spring. Its alertness, speed, and close connection to nature made it an early symbol of renewal and hope.
The FÜRSTENBERG Annual Hare – a long tradition
For more than 30 years, FÜRSTENBERG has created a new hare figure from high-quality porcelain each spring in different versions. Year after year, a collectible piece is created that uniquely combines tradition and contemporary design.
Easter with the Annual Hare “Max”
“Max” is the annual hare for 2026. He brings exactly what spring feels like: lightness, joy for life, and enjoyment. Sitting relaxed, his paws wrapped around a delicious carrot, “Max” represents a quiet moment of happiness, captured in the finest porcelain.
Easter traditions around the world
Here, the Easter Bunny is a natural part of the holiday—bringing eggs and symbolizing new life. But Easter is celebrated differently around the world: In Australia, the bilby often brings the eggs, while in Switzerland and some regions of Germany, animals such as the cuckoo, fox, or stork used to do so. In Sweden, people dress up as “Easter witches” and go from house to house, while in France, church bells are silent from Maundy Thursday onwards – according to legend, they fly to Rome and return at Easter with sweets.
Collecting annual hares – timeless joy made of porcelain
Whether displayed individually or arranged as a growing family of hares, FÜRSTENBERG hares complement each other harmoniously and make collecting them a special tradition. Little by little, a unique collection is created that stylishly combines craftsmanship, history, and the joy of spring.
Craftsmanship from Germany
At the FÜRSTENBERG manufactory, each hare is carefully crafted by hand. With calm precision, extensive experience, and a trained eye for detail, liquid porcelain is transformed step by step into an expressive figure. For over 275 years, FÜRSTENBERG has been combining traditional craftsmanship with exquisite design. From casting to finishing, the result is an annual hare that showcases the manufactory's craftsmanship in every detail.
