Vase with cover 1720 - 1735

This Meissen porcelain vase with cover, dating from 1720–1735, displays the iconic Meissen “onion pattern” of stylized chrysanthemums. The Meissen Manufactory, founded in 1710, was the first European porcelain factory, and its innovative techniques and elegant designs quickly gained international acclaim. This vase, with its delicate floral motifs and intricate details, exemplifies the high artistic standards achieved by the Meissen factory during its early years.