Seal 1746 - 1759

This porcelain seal, made by the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory in England between 1746 and 1759, is a miniature sculpture of a swan perched on a pedestal. The seal features a gold loop for attachment and is adorned with red and blue enamel. It represents the company’s ability to produce sophisticated work in porcelain, a material that was then considered a luxury. The seal’s small size and delicate details make it a unique and intricate example of 18th-century decorative art. This seal is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.