Spouted Reintl (three-footed vessel for hot liquids)
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1730
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding; silver-gilt mounts
DimensionsOverall: 15.3 x 14.7 cm (6 x 5 13/16 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue. Silver hallmark for Augsburg (1740-41) and Elias Adam (c. 1669-1745)
DescriptionA Meissen spouted reintl (three-footed vessel for hot liquids) with silver-gilt mounts by Elias Adam of Augsburg. It is supported on three paw feet and decorated with chinoiserie panels painted in the manner of A. von Lowenfinck. It is reserved on a pale yellow ground, and the cover is similarly decorated. The scroll-moulded spout and handle are picked out in purple.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1257
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1720; decorated in Augsburg, c.1730
Object number: G83.1.711
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c.1725-1730
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c.1790-1820
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c.1740
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c.1735
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Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1750-1775
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