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Catalog Number |
1934.1.238.68.3 |
Object Name |
Saucer |
Description |
Dresden ware glazed porcelain, saucer, part of a set of three (1934.1.238.68.1 -.3), c. 1914, decorated by Ambrosius Lamm. The cream-colored saucer is heavily decorated with gold bands and beading around the outer edge and center. A row of gold leaf shapes is around the gold "EDA" monogram in the center of the dish. Mark of Charles Ahrenfeldt, Limoges, France; mark of A. Lamm, Dresden, Germany. Fine homes at the turn of the century dazzled with table wares such as this saucer, which accompanied a sherbet cup. Sherbet is a "cooling drink" made from water and fruit juice. Porcelain painter Ambrosius Lamm’s studio was known for decorative wares, typically featuring detailed figures like the 18th century rural scenes on the cup, and impasto work (raised gilt paste decorations). The saucer was made by Charles Ahrenfeldt, Limoges, France, and exported to Germany where it was decorated by Ambrosius Lamm. Lamm opened a decorating studio in Dresden, Germany in 1887, and worked until 1934. The porcelain centers at Limoges and Dresden produced world famous porcelain, decorated to satisfy many different tastes. |
Title |
Saucer |
Date |
c. 1914 |
Role of Creator |
Artist |
Creator |
Lamm, Ambrosius |
Role of Creator 2 |
Manufacturer |
Creator 2 |
Ahrenfeldt, Charles |
Material |
porcelain |
Dimensions |
Dia-4.75 inches |
Credit line |
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Bailey Audigier |
Place of Origin |
Europe/France/Limoges |
Culture |
European |
Subjects |
Ceramic industries Food Porcelain Social classes Table settings & decorations |
Relation |
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