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Pair of Miniature Baskets for Sweetmeats

Artist (French, 1735 - 1773)
CultureFrench
Datec. 1760
MediumSoft-paste porcelain
Markingsone unmarked, one incised DV
DescriptionThese Mennecy baskets were made to resemble wicker baskets with twisted handles in imitation rope. They were made to serve sweetmeats during the dessert. They could also have been filled with artificial or real flowers.
Credit LineGift of Stephen Brown
Object numberG19.10.3.1-2
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
French Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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