Soup Tureen with the Arms of the Scholten-Hogenberg Family
1725â1730
Classification
ceramics
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Bequest of Erskine Hewitt
Accession Number
1938-57-354-a/c
About this artwork
A tureen, lid and stand decorated in gilt with red details. Depicted on the set are small flowers and an emblem with a chicken, lobster, and other items.
Art Historical Context
Step into the opulent world of 18th-century dining with the *Soup Tureen with the of the Scholten-Hberg Family*, crafted around 1725–1730. This elegant ceramic set, featuring a tureen, lid, and, exemplifies the lavish tableware favored by Europe's elite. Adorned with intricate gilt accents and vibrant red details, it blooms with delicate small flowers, creating a harmonious blend of nature and luxury. At its heart lies a heraldic emblem showcasing a chicken, lobster, and other symbolic motifs—the coat of arms of the Scholten-Hogenberg family, a prominent Dutch lineage. Such personalized ceram...
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...