Saucer
1878 (made)
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The centre of the saucer is red in colour beneath a botanic motif in cream. The rest is black and gilt. The decoration refers to both Japanese lacquer and to Indian patterning.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | Porcelain with gilt and painted decoration |
Brief description | Porcelain saucer with gilt and painted decoration made by R. and L. Cellier of Paris 1878 |
Physical description | The centre of the saucer is red in colour beneath a botanic motif in cream. The rest is black and gilt. The decoration refers to both Japanese lacquer and to Indian patterning. |
Marks and inscriptions | 'RLC'in monogram, painted in silver (Monogram may represent 'CELIR') |
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Object history | Historical significance: R & L Cellière were awarded a silver medal at the international exhibition, Paris, 1878 |
Bibliographic reference | Aslin, Elizabeth: 'French Exhibition Pieces 1844-78', V&AM, 1973, pl.33
Revue des Arts Dècoratifs, vol. V., 1884-5, p.178 |
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Accession number | 672A-1878 |
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Record created | March 30, 2000 |
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