Box in the form of a bird's nest
Manufacturer
Frankenthal Porcelain Factory
(German, 1755 - 1799)
CultureGerman
OriginFrankenthal, Palatinate, Germany
Datec.1770
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.694.1-2): 4 1/2 x 4 in. (11.4 x 10.2 cm)
MarkingsCrowned "CT" monogram (Carl Theodor) in underglaze-blue and incised H10.
DescriptionFrankenthal bird box and cover, formed as a yellow basket surmounted by a brown 'moss' nest containing a goldfinch and two fledglings.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.694.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
Not on view
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