Cupid Holding Doves
Manufacturer
Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
(English, 1743 - 1769)
CultureEnglish
OriginChelsea, London, England
Datec.1755
MediumGlassy (frit) soft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding; gold, stone-set mounts
DimensionsOverall: 7.5 x 3.7 cm (2 15/16 x 1 7/16 in.)
MarkingsInscribed L’UNIS LES COEURS
DescriptionA Chelsea cupid scent-bottle and stopper with detachable head holding two doves and a bow with a quiver of arrows on his back. He is seated on a circular mound base and painted with flowers. The base is mounted in gold and set with a stone.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.977.1-.2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
On view
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