Tea box

Königlich-Polnische und Kurfürstlich-Sächsische Porzellan-Manufaktur,

Meissen, Germany, painting workshop of Johann Georg Höroldt, ca. 1740

Glazed, painted and gilt white porcelain.

H: 13 cm

Markings: Swords in blue; 39 imprint

UMP 7480

Both sides of the box present maritime scenes with figurative staffage surrounded by gilt cartouches. The low horizon of the harbour indicates that a Dutch motif may have the original model. The traders’ Oriental dress, fishermen, boats and large sailing boat in the background capture the exotic flurry of activity at an unknown port. (lmp)