Meissen tea canister, circa 1740
Meissen tea canister, circa 1740
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Description
Meissen tea caddy, circa 1740, of rectangular form with sloping shoulders, painted in enamels and gilt with a continuous watery landscape scene, with figures gathered at the water’s edge amongst barrels and rigging, ships visible on the water beyond, the curved shoulders with a band of intricate gilt laub-und-bandelwerk, floral sprigs and insects, surmounted by a later gilt cover, the base with ‘No’.
Dimensions:
Height: 12cm. (4 3/4in.)
Notes:
For a caddy with similar gilt decoration see Christies lot 216 sold on thel 21st Nov 2008 for $10,000
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Material and Technique | Meissen porcelain with polychrome enamel and gilt decoration |
| Origin | German |
| Period | 18th Century |
| Dimensions | Height: 12cm. (4 3/4in.) |
Product REF: W815
