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Thimble

Manufacturer (German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
PeriodAugustus II (1694-1733)
Datec.1740
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 1.7 x 1.6 cm (11/16 x 5/8 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionA Meissen yellow ground thimble of dentil shape painted with figures in shaped oval quatrefoil harbour scenes, within gilt lines on a lemon yellow ground, the top with a further medallion of figures by a tower.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.614
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
On view
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