Vase in Amphora Line
Manufacturer
Riessner, Stellmacher, & Kessel
(Bohemian, late 19th Century - early 20th Century)
CultureBohemian
Dateca. 1890
MediumPorcelain
Dimensions9 1/2 × 4 1/2 × 4 1/2 in. (24.1 × 11.4 × 11.4 cm)
InscribedIncised on bottom: "Amphora" and a crown.
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.2776
Not on view
DescriptionThis vase is painted and trailed porcelain with applied studs. Vase rising from a round foot and narrow base and swelling out as it nears the top then constricted to for the neck. Raised applied trails of porcelain creating whip-lash lines and circles. The vase is painted in gold and green with a band of various colored applied studs simulating gems around the widest part.Label TextRiessner, Stellmacher & Kessel, manufacturer Bohemian, Turn-Teplitz (1892-1945) Vase in Amphora line, ca. 1890 Painted and trailed porcelain with applied studs Gift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. 71.2776 Approved By: CLF
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