The Three Graces 1745 - 1760

This porcelain scent bottle, depicting the Three Graces, was produced by the Saint James's Factory in London between 1745 and 1760. The Three Graces, known as Aglaia, Euphrosyne, and Thalia, were Greek goddesses who represented beauty, joy, and grace. The bottle is adorned with floral motifs and features three female figures standing side-by-side with joined hands, their bodies partially overlapping in a symbolic representation of unity and harmony. This example of English porcelain, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of the Saint James's Factory during the 18th century.