Tea bowl and saucer painted by F.F.Mayer of Pressnitz
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1750
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.774.1): 1 3/4 x 3 1/16 in. (4.5 x 7.8 cm)
Overall (G83.1.774.2): 2.6 x 13.2 cm (2.6 x 13.2 cm)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue, incised '23'
DescriptionA Meissen tea bowl and saucer, by Meyer of Pressnitz. The saucer is painted in the central medallion with Justice surrounded by chinoiseries. The tea bowl has a similar painting in the interior. The exteriors have applied leaves decorated with gilt.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.774.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German Porcelain - HausmalereiCollections
Status
Not on view
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