Lovely pair of Meissen gilded cabinet plates. One plate has a reticulated basketry pattern around the edges, accented by a feathery scroll design. The Meissen hallmark of two blue crossed swords, is located on the verso of this piece. Verso also features the number six in gold, as well as a blue glazed number 62. This platter measures apprx 3" H x 13" W. Second gilded plate is rounded with a flower and vine motif and scrolling edges. This plate also features the Meissen hallmark, and has been painted in gold with the number 21. Measures apprx 2" H x 12" diameter.
A German chemist named Johann Friedrich Bottger discovered the secret of making hard-paste porcelain in 1708 or 1709. This discovery led to the establishment of a porcelain factory in Meissen in 1710. For nearly a century, Meissen porcelain surpassed in quality all other hard-paste porcelain made in Europe. The great success of Meissen porcelain can be partly attributed to the fine artists who decorated it. They painted the wares with an amazing variety of colors and designs. Johann Horoldt (or Herold), who became chief painter in 1720, produced beautiful Chinese and Japanese as well as European designs. Johann Kandler, who worked from about 1730 to 1770, is famous for his exquisite figures of animals and people.
200/300 Sold $345.00
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