Teapot
Manufacturer
Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1747)
Decorator
Cajetan Purtscher
(German, 1740 - 1813)
CultureGerman
OriginMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Datec.1765-1770
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall (G96.5.343a-b): 11 x 21.5 x 10.2 cm (4 5/16 x 8 7/16 x 4 in.)
MarkingsImpressed shield and 8
DescriptionNymphenburg covered teapot, painted with masquerade scene attributed to Cajetan Purtscher.
Credit LineThe Hans Syz Collection
Object numberG96.5.343a-b
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
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