Three Graces (with patch box)
Manufacturer
St. James Factory
(English, 1749 - 1759)
CultureEnglish
OriginLondon, London, England
Datec.1751-1754
MediumGlassy (frit) soft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels; gold mounts
DimensionsOverall: 4.5 x 2.6 x 1.8 cm (1 3/4 x 1 x 11/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionScent bottle and seal combined, with busts of the Three Graces draped in white. They are painted with a flower pattern and are holding a garland on their heads. The stopper is in the form of a blue cornflower, and the cornelian seal with gold borders chased with wave ornaments.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1016
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
On view
Artist / Maker: St. James Factory
c.1751-1754
Object number: G83.1.1008
Artist / Maker: Fürstenberg Porcelain Company
c.1765
Object number: G83.1.1059
Artist / Maker: Claudius Innocentius du Paquier Factory
c.1735
Object number: G83.1.1062.1-.2
