Bowl 1720 - 1725

This porcelain bowl, produced by the Meissen Manufactory in Germany between 1720 and 1725, is an example of early European porcelain production. The bowl's delicate form and intricate decoration, featuring a stylized floral border and a central scene of a hunter pursuing a boar and lion, reflect the influence of Chinese porcelain, which was highly prized in Europe at the time. Meissen, established in 1710, was one of the first European factories to successfully produce hard-paste porcelain, and its wares quickly gained a reputation for their quality and artistry. This bowl is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcasing the technical mastery and decorative sophistication of early Meissen porcelain.