Suacer-dish with fluted sides and insects, peony and prunus sprays c. 1720 - 1740

This 18th-century porcelain bowl, made in the style of the famed Meissen manufactory, is a prime example of the influence of East Asian aesthetics on European decorative arts. The bowl, featuring a fluted rim and delicate floral motifs of peonies and prunus sprays, is a testament to the growing demand for Chinoiserie, or European interpretations of Chinese artistic styles, during this period. The bowl, crafted by an anonymous artist, is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing insight into the artistry and cultural exchanges of the time.