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Cup and saucer

Cup and saucer

(Germany)
(German (Dresden), working 1713–around 1740)
about 1715–1720
Object PlaceGermany
Medium/TechniqueBottger porcelain with enamel, iron-red, and gilded decoration
DimensionsOverall: 4.9cm (1 15/16in.)
Other (Part B): 12.2cm (4 13/16in.)
Credit LineJessie and Sigmund Katz Collection
Accession number54.684a-b
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ClassificationsCeramics
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Description

This delicate teacup and saucer is are among the earliest porcelain objects produced in Europe. Its The decoration with gold outlined in red-colored enamel was an early experiment.  By 1720, the factory had hired a professional painter who perfected a full range of colored enamels.

ProvenanceSigmund J. Katz (b. 1897 - d. 1958) and Jessie W. (Mrs. Sigmund J.) Katz (b. 1901 - d. 1988), Covington, LA; 1954, gift of Jessie and Sigmund Katz to the MFA. (Accession Date: June 10, 1954)