Teacup and saucer painted by F.F.Mayer of Pressnitz
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1745-1750
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.775.1): 4.7 x 9.6 x 8.2 cm (1 7/8 x 3 3/4 x 3 1/4 in.)
Overall (G83.1.775.2): 5.1 x 13.3 cm (2 x 5 1/4 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue, impressed no '64'
DescriptionA Meissen Hausmalerei teacup and saucer painted by Mayer von Pressnitz. It has figures in a landscape and a beggar within borders of gilt scroll and foliage. The interior to the cup has flower-sprays.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.775.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German Porcelain - HausmalereiCollections
Status
Not on view
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