Vase (one of a pair) 1730 - 1740

This pair of Meissen porcelain vases, dating from 1730-1740, exemplifies the European fascination with Chinoiserie. Decorated with intricate floral motifs and scenes depicting Chinese figures, these vases showcase the Meissen Manufactory's mastery of porcelain production. The vases' elegant form, intricate hand-painted details, and vibrant colors reflect the artistic trends of the Rococo era. These vases, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, are testaments to the enduring allure of Chinese aesthetics in European art.