Teapot by Meissen Manufactory

Teapot 1715 - 1730

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ceramic, porcelain, sculpture

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tree

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3d sculpting

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3d printed part

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human-figures

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ceramic

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jewelry design

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bird

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ring

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porcelain

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sculptural image

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culinary art

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black and white theme

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stoneware

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sculpture

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black and white

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human

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food photography

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decorative-art

This Meissen porcelain teapot, crafted between 1715 and 1730, exemplifies the high quality and intricate designs of the early Meissen Manufactory. The teapot features a delicate, hand-painted design, showcasing figures and floral motifs in a silhouetted style against a white ground. The lid is secured to the teapot with a chain, a common feature of early Meissen porcelain. The teapot’s spout is designed with a stylized bird's head, an inventive and decorative element characteristic of Meissen’s early work. It is a remarkable example of the skilled craftsmanship and artistic innovation of this early European porcelain factory.

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