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Plate, from the "Eden" Service (One of Sixteen)

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Circular molded plate with broad rim painted in purple ground with continuous enameled and gilded floral swags in blue, pink, and green, with gilded scallops. Center with floral border, gilded edge, and central spray ofroses against purple ground.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Manufacturer
Sèvres Porcelain Manufactory, French, established 1756
Painter
François-Marie Barrat (oncle), active 1769-1791; 1795-1796
Gilder
Louis-François L'Écot, active 1763-65; 1772-1802
Date
1787
Credit Line
The John Jay Ide Collection
Medium
soft paste porcelain, vitreous enamel, gold
Dimensions
H x diam.: 24.4 cm (9 5/8 in.)
Type
ceramics
Decorative Arts
Object Name
plate
Type
plate
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