Plate 1778

This porcelain plate, produced by the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in 1778, features a delicate design characteristic of 18th-century French decorative arts. The plate's rim is adorned with a series of medallions depicting scenes from classical mythology, framed by elaborate gold and floral motifs. In the center, a white circle with a crown and the letter “H” surrounded by a wreath of flowers sits upon a bright blue background. This ornate plate, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the mastery of Sèvres's porcelain production during the late 18th century.