Pair of dinner plates in the 'Fabeltiere' pattern
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
PeriodAugustus III (1733-1763)
Datec.1740
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.)
Outside Diameter: 21.5 cm (8 7/16 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue, impressed number "16"
DescriptionA pair of plates, with dark coloured beasts with dappled markings.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.645.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
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Artist / Maker: New Derby China Works
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Object number: G83.1.650