Shallow bowl

Date1790-1810

MediumSoft-paste porcelain

DimensionsDiam.: 8 3/8"

Credit LineGift of Mr. Joseph France

Object number2001-46

DescriptionShallow bowl with lapus lazuli blue border with gilded edge and gilt floral decoration dropping in swags and tendrils from the border into the center of the dish. Central ring of gilding with floral gilt decoration inside it.
MarkingsMark in over-glaze pink "M 306" or "H 306". The letter could be 'M' or 'H'. This mark was most likely done by the decorator.
ProvenanceFormerly owned by Joseph France's parents, Richard and Louisa F. France.