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Famille rose tankard decorated with coat of arms
Maker: Unknown
Hard-paste porcelain large mug. Decorated with the arms of Bisse impaling Bill. This jug exemplifies the accuracy with which Chinese artisans depicted European heraldic motifs. The dexter pale field of the shield features three white scallop shells, symbols of pilgrimage or spiritual journeys common in European heraldry. The azure sinister side displays three griffons’ heads, signifying military prowess and courage. Above the shield is a crest with an esquire’s helmet adorned with entwined green snakes.
History note: Unknown before donor
Given by Mrs James Bedford
Diameter: 13 cm
Height: 16.5 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1911) by Bedford, James, Mrs
18th Century, Late
Circa
1750
CE
-
Circa
1799
CE
Part
Enamelling : Hard-paste porcelain painted in pink, blue, green, yellow, white, brown and iron-red enamel colours, and gilding
Accession number: C.5-1911
Primary reference Number: 75372
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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