Cup 1725 - 1730

Editor: Here we have a delightful little porcelain cup, a creation of the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory. The painted scenes are so intriguing. What catches your eye when you look at this piece? Curator: I am drawn to the unexpected juxtaposition of delicacy and blatant cultural insensitivity. The craftsmanship is exquisite, but the imagery…it reflects a worldview we now find deeply troubling. It’s a beautiful object that whispers uncomfortable truths about the past. Editor: So, it's about acknowledging the good and the bad. Curator: Exactly! It makes us question the stories objects tell and the values they reflect. The past isn't pretty, but it is important to understand. Editor: I see that now. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure!