Vase and coaster 1700 - 1755

This vase and coaster were crafted by de Porceleyne Lampetkan, embodying the artistry of its time. During this period, the identities and roles of women were often prescribed, and it is seen here with a woman tending to plants in a garden, possibly alluding to domesticity and a connection to nature. It is important to consider the historical context in which images of women were constructed and consumed. Were they meant to celebrate the nurturing roles of women, or did they reinforce limiting stereotypes? Consider the vase's purpose and how its decoration reflects or challenges societal expectations. How does it make you feel, considering these issues? This vase prompts us to think about the interplay between art, gender, and the stories objects tell about ourselves.