Plate

Modeler Carl-Johann Gottlob Thieme (German, died 1888)

Date19th century

MediumPorcelain

DimensionsOverall: 1 5/8 × 8 5/8 inches (4.13 × 21.91 cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. John F. Downing

Object numberR61-5/2

Markingsbottom of plate and dish: marked in blue with crossed swords topped by "T"

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Collections

Architecture, Design and Decorative Arts

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DescriptionPlate with center and scalloped rim bordered in gold. Decorated with poly-chrome flowers at opposite sides, between them gold-bordered panels painted in puce: one-with cupid atop fantastic fish; other, with lyre-playing faun and half-naked aphrodite.

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