Tankard c. 1710

This brown stoneware tankard, produced by the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory around 1710, showcases the early innovations of German porcelain production. The tankard features a simple, yet elegant design with a silver-plated hinged lid and base. This piece, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, demonstrates the early adoption of European metalwork techniques in ceramic production, highlighting a significant moment in the history of Meissen porcelain.