Cup and Trembleuse Saucer
Classification
ceramics
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Bequest of Georgiana L. McClellan
Accession Number
1953-17-30-a,b
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Step into the refined world of 18th-century European porcelain this elegant *Cup and Trembleuse Saucer* from the Meissen Porcelain Manactory, Germany's pioneering ceramics powerhouse founded in 1710. Dating to around 1770, this piece exemplifies Meissen's mastery of hard-paste porcelain—the first true formula developed in Europe, rivaling coveted Chinese imports. The manufactory's artists were renowned for their intricate modeling, delicate gilding, and vibrant overglaze enameling, often drawing from Rococo flourishes or emerging Neoclassical motifs. A standout feature is the trembleuse sauce...