-Crucifixion- soup bowl c. 1745

This soup bowl, dated c. 1745 and created by an anonymous artist, depicts the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The scene is centered on three figures, including Jesus, crucified on crosses. The figures are depicted in black and white on a white background, and the bowl is decorated with a gold rim and intricate floral designs. This bowl exemplifies the use of ceramics as devotional objects in the 18th century. The scene is likely intended to evoke feelings of reverence and piety, a theme common in religious art of the time. The bowl, with its delicate details and intricate designs, is a testament to the artistic skill of the anonymous creator.