Venus with a Clock
Manufacturer
St. James Factory
(English, 1749 - 1759)
CultureEnglish
OriginLondon, London, England
Datec.1751-1754
MediumGlassy (frit) soft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels; gold mounts
DimensionsOverall: 8.4 x 3.8 cm (3 5/16 x 1 1/2 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionGirl-in-a-Swing scent bottle, Venus standing beside a clock, a Dalmatian at her feet, a putto pointing to the clock. Two love birds for the stopper, with a green shagreen base on four feet.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1010
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
On viewArtist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1732-1733
Object number: G87.1.1