When was "Covered Milk Jug" created?

This artwork was created mid- 19th century.

Is "Covered Milk Jug" in the public domain?

Yes, Covered Milk Jug is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Covered Milk Jug

Q: Who created "Covered Milk Jug"?

Covered Milk Jug was created by Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, German, active from 1710 to the present in mid- 19th century.

Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, German, active from 1710 to the present

mid- 19th century

Classification

ceramics

Department

Smithsonian Collection

Museum

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Credit

Bequest of Erskine Hewitt

Accession Number

1938-57-521-a,b

About this artwork

Research in Progress

Art Historical Context

This elegant Covered Milk Jug, crafted by the renowned Meissen Porcelain Manuf in Germany during the mid-19 century, exemplifies the pinnacle of European ceramic artistry. Founded in 1710 the patronage of Augustus the Strong,or of Saxony, Meissen achieved a groundbreaking feat by developing the first true hard-paste porcelain in—a secret long held by Chinese artisans. This innovation produced a durable, translucent "white gold" that revolutionized luxury goods, blending functionality with exquisite decoration. As a piece of tableware, the jug highlights Meissen's mastery of techniques like wh...

Covered Milk Jug

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