A MEISSEN IRON-RED GROUND OVAL PLATTER
CIRCA 1761, BLUE CROSSED SWORDS, PRESSNUMMER 54
En suite with the preceding lots, with pierced rocaille shell handles (kiln supports ground off, gilding to handles worn)--16 5/8in. (42.2cm.) wide overall
Lot Essay
The present two-handled platter may be the stand for one of the sauce tureens listed in the factory inventory.