Dish 1745 - 1755

This Meissen porcelain dish, dating from 1745–55, exemplifies the Rococo style's love of delicate forms and floral ornamentation. The dish is shaped like a leaf with a raised, elaborately molded handle, further accentuating the naturalism of the piece. The intricate, hand-painted floral design, featuring delicate roses and other blossoms, adds a touch of elegance to the surface. The dish, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a prime example of the Meissen Manufactory's skill in creating beautiful and functional porcelain objects.