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Saucer

c. 1730

France, 18th century

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Medium
amber decorated with inlaid gold and mother-of-pearl
Measurements
Diameter: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.308.2
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Location
Not on view
Print
A circular amber saucer features scalloped edges and twenty ridges radiating from an orange-brown center toward a translucent golden-yellow rim. Each ridge is inlaid with delicate gold floral sprigs and mother-of-pearl geometric patterns. A border of golden crescents and tiny dots follows the outer rim. The translucent material glows against a neutral background, highlighting the symmetrical goldwork and fluted surface of this intricately decorated piece.

Saucer

c. 1730

France, 18th century

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