Pilgrim bottle with cover 1705 - 1720

This Pilgrim bottle with cover is a fine example of Meissen porcelain, produced by the Meissen Manufactory between 1705 and 1720. Decorated in a black ground with gold, red, and blue enamels, the bottle features a landscape scene with a house and a bridge. The bottle's form and decoration were inspired by Chinese porcelain, which was highly sought after in Europe at the time. The Meissen Manufactory was the first European factory to successfully produce hard-paste porcelain, and its wares were highly prized for their quality and beauty. This bottle, now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a testament to the artistry and technical skill of the Meissen Manufactory.