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Beaker and saucer
Beakers (2)
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This artwork is currently on display in Gallery 508
The third factory in Europe to produce hard-paste porcelain was founded in Venice in 1720 by Francesco Vezzi (1651–1740); it remained in operation for only seven years. The imperfections of the teapot's glaze reflect the experimental nature of porcelain at this time.
Marking: [1] Ven:a (in underglaze blue) [2] Af (incised)
[ W. Agnew and Company, Ltd., London, England (until 1999; sold to MMA) ]