Lady with Pug Dog
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1760
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding; gilt-metal mounts
DimensionsOverall: 7.5 x 4.5 cm (2 15/16 x 1 3/4 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in overglaze blue
DescriptionA Meissen scent bottle modelled as a lady carrying a Mops. Her apron has indianische Blumen, blue bodice and striped skirt. The Mop's-head is forming the stopper and there is a gilt-metal chain attachment.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1050
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1750-1755
Object number: G83.1.1045
Artist / Maker: Frankenthal Porcelain Factory
c.1759
Object number: G83.1.1054.1-.2