Production: Meissen Porcelain Factory
German porcelain inkstand. Consisting of a tray, candlestick, sink, and pounce pots.
Decorated with Watteau-esque scenes within elaborate gilt scroll work. The ground is also dotted with insects and flowers. Each piece bears the arms of Albani in gold
Given by C. H. B. Caldwell, Esq
Method of acquisition: Given (1939-02-01) by Caldwell, C.H.B.
18th Century
Production date:
circa
AD 1740
Dish
Height 4.1 cm
Width 29.8 cm
Ink And Pots
Height 4.1 cm
Width 4.8 cm
Inscription present: Arms of Albani
Accession number: EC.6-1939
Primary reference Number: 140446
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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