Scent bottle 1735 - 1745

This porcelain scent bottle, crafted by the Meissen Manufactory in the mid-18th century, depicts a figure dressed in a colorful, geometric patterned coat, a wide-brimmed hat and shoes. The figure's exaggerated features and intricate details suggest a playful, possibly theatrical, character. Such decorative porcelain pieces were popular in the Rococo period, often used to store perfumes or other aromatic substances. This example, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates the high level of artistry and technical skill achieved by the Meissen factory during its early years.