Tea caddy with flowering plants behind a hedge c. 1775 - 1785

This small, octagonal porcelain tea caddy, created by Limbach between 1775 and 1785, showcases the artistic influence of Chinoiserie, a style inspired by Chinese art and design. The caddy is decorated with a delicate purple floral motif, depicting flowering plants nestled behind a hedge, alluding to the East Asian landscapes and gardens popular in European decorative art at the time. The intricate details of the flora and the overall composition speak to the skilled craftsmanship of the artist and the growing fascination with exotic cultures during the 18th century.