Amorous Couple
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1755
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding; gold mounts
DimensionsOverall: 7 x 3.7 cm (2 3/4 x 1 7/16 in.)
MarkingsInscribed Souvenir d’amitie
Crossed swords in underglaze blue
DescriptionA Meissen scent bottle modelled as two lovers with a sheep and a dog at their feet.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1047
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On viewArtist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1750-1755
Object number: G83.1.1045