Schotel c. 1774 - 1778

This small, delicate saucer, known as "Schotel" was created in the Netherlands by the artist Loosdrecht sometime between 1774 and 1778. The saucer, now located in the Rijksmuseum, displays a delicate, hand-painted scene of a gentleman seated in a park-like setting. It is decorated with a pink and gold trim. The saucer is a fine example of Dutch decorative arts and the Rococo style.