Stand 1735 - 1745

This Meissen porcelain saucer, made in the mid-18th century, features a central scene of a ship at anchor. The rim of the saucer is adorned with three cartouches, each depicting a different river landscape. The intricate floral patterns are rendered in gold, highlighting the delicate craftsmanship of the Meissen Manufactory, which was a major center of European porcelain production. This saucer, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artistry and technical skill of 18th-century European ceramics.