Who created "Wine cooler (one of a pair)"?

Wine cooler (one of a pair) was created by Elias Adam in ca. 1735–36.

When was "Wine cooler (one of a pair)" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1735–36.

What medium is "Wine cooler (one of a pair)"?

Wine cooler (one of a pair) is Hard-paste porcelain; silver.

Is "Wine cooler (one of a pair)" in the public domain?

Yes, Wine cooler (one of a pair) is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Wine cooler (one of a pair)

Elias Adam

ca. 1735–36

Medium

Hard-paste porcelain; silver

Dimensions

Overall: 8 × 8 1/4 in. (20.3 × 21 cm)

Classification

Metalwork-Silver In Combination

Culture

Chinese porcelain with German, Augsburg mounts

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Mrs. Charles Wrightsman, 2004

Accession Number

2004.520a, b

Tags

FacesFlowers

Art Historical Context

This exquisite wine cooler, one of a pair crafted around 1735–36, exemplifies the luxurious fusion of Eastern and Western artistry during the height of European chinoiserie. Made of fine Chinese hard-paste porcelainrenowned for its durability and translucent glow—the vessel is adorned with delicate motifs of faces and flowers, evoking the intricate porcelain traditions of the Qing dynasty. German silversmith Elias Adam Augsburg elevated it with ornate silver mounts, including handles and decorative elements that secure and embellish the porcelain body, measuring a compact 8 × 8¼ inches. Augsb...

Wine cooler (one of a pair)

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