Ornamental designs for porcelain 1700 - 1800

These watercolor ornamental designs for porcelain were made by an anonymous artist, at an unknown date. Here, floral wreaths surround heraldic symbols, evoking motifs seen across various eras. Observe the lion’s head, a symbol of strength, framed by roses, emblems of love and beauty. Consider how the lion, potent and virile, contrasts with the delicate roses; a dance of power and gentleness we see echoed in Renaissance emblems of love and war. This juxtaposition reminds us of our primal instincts, softened, perhaps tamed, by civilization's artifice. The entwined initials, encircled by blooms, speak of enduring unions or the flourishing of families across time, reappearing in different forms on tapestries and family crests. Such images connect us to a collective memory, stirring emotions that resonate far beyond the object itself, engaging us in a profound, subconscious dialogue. The emotional power of these images lies in their cyclical progression, resurfacing and evolving through history.