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Venus

Manufacturer (German, 1746 - 1796)
CultureGerman
OriginHöchst, Mainz, Germany
Datec.1770
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall (G96.5.237): 19.5 x 8.7 x 8.5 cm (7 11/16 x 3 7/16 x 3 3/8 in.)
MarkingsWheel in underglaze blue. Incised R
DescriptionHöchst figure of Venus.
Credit LineThe Hans Syz Collection
Object numberG96.5.237
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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