Fluted Bowl
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
DecoratorDecoration attributed to
Adam Friedrich von Löwenfinck
(German, 1714-1754)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
PeriodAugustus II (1694-1733)
Dateca.1732-1735
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)
Outside Diameter: 17.8 cm (7 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in overglaze blue. Gilder’s mark HC
DescriptionA Meissen fluted bowl with 'Fabeltiere', attributed to Adam Friedrich von Löwenfinck (1714-54). The bowl closely fluted and with gilt scalloped rim, on each side an animal with whiskers and tails. The inside has insects, scattered leaves and flowers concealing the imperfections of the paste.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.648
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
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