Coffee or chocolate pot 1735 - 1750

This Meissen porcelain coffee or chocolate pot, crafted between 1735 and 1750, exemplifies the Rococo style. The intricate floral and scrollwork designs, the delicate handle, and the depiction of a ship with figures in a landscape scene all contribute to the lighthearted, playful aesthetic characteristic of this era. The pot's white base serves as a canvas for the intricate black and gold designs, adding to the piece's delicate beauty. The Meissen Manufactory, founded in Germany in 1710, was renowned for its high-quality porcelain and innovative designs, making this pot a testament to their expertise. The pot is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.