Saucer 1710 - 1720

This saucer, produced by the Meissen Manufactory in Germany between 1710 and 1720, showcases the delicate floral patterns and intricate designs characteristic of early Meissen porcelain. The saucer is decorated with hand-painted blue and gold motifs, a hallmark of the manufactory's renowned craftsmanship. The saucer's delicate floral patterns, including stylized leaves, blossoms, and scrolling vines, were inspired by European Rococo aesthetics, reflecting the era's fascination with elaborate ornamentation and natural forms. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the early period of Meissen's production, when it pioneered the production of hard-paste porcelain, a revolutionary material that revolutionized European ceramics.