Teapot of pomegranate form
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
PeriodAugustus II (1694-1733)
Dateca.1740
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, and press moulded.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.593.1-2): 11 x 17.5 x 10.2 cm (4 5/16 x 6 7/8 x 4 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue, impressed "33"
DescriptionMeissen white tea pot and cover with moulded leaf cover. The body has simple moulded leafy branches. The base formed as a seven pointed star.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.593.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
Not on view
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