Broken Cup for Léopold #2, 1986
Artist
Paul Mathieu
(Canadian, 1954-)
CultureCanadian
OriginMontreal, Québec, Canada
Date1986
MediumPorcelain with lustre, overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall (G99.6.50.1-3): 3.8 x 29.9 cm (1 1/2 x 11 3/4 in.)
MarkingsCross-inscribed circle and Mathieu/ ad.86 in underglaze blue
DescriptionThree pieces of a cup, a saucer and a plate. Deeply cut lines cover the surfaces of all three drawings of the cup overlap from dish to dish to work individually as a whole. It has bright green and red detail.
Credit LineGift of Aaron Milrad in memory of Bella and Joseph Milrad
Object numberG99.6.50.1-3
Classifications
Modern and Contemporary CeramicsSub-classification
CanadianStatus
On viewArtist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.1a-b
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.2a-b
in the style of 17th century Nevers, possibly later production
Object number: G12.14.7.1-2