Oval panel with a woman and her servant on a fenced terrace c. 1770 - 1775

This anonymous 18th-century porcelain panel depicts a woman seated at a table, being attended to by a servant, on a Chinese-inspired terrace setting. The scene, framed in an ornate gold oval, showcases a popular fascination with chinoiserie during the period, characterized by an idealized vision of Chinese culture. The intricate details of the porcelain, particularly the blue and white patterns, along with the delicate brushstrokes of the figures, exemplify the craftsmanship of this era. This decorative panel, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the European fascination with the East.