Teacup and saucer painted by F.F.Mayer of Pressnitz
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Dateca.1750
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.777.1): 4.6 x 9.9 cm, 8 in. (1 13/16 x 3 7/8 in., 20.3 cm)
Overall (G83.1.777.2): 1 1/8 x 5 3/16 in. (2.9 x 13.2 cm)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue; incised '52' on saucer and '11' on teacup.
DescriptionA Meissen teacup and saucer, painted with figures in landscapes, perhaps by Mayer of Pressnitz.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.777.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German Porcelain - HausmalereiStatus
Not on view
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