Dish, anonymous, c. 1630 - c. 1650
maiolica, h 5.5cm × d 35.0cm More details
The recipe for making porcelain was not known in Europe until the 18th century. European potters produced earthenware covered with a layer of tin glaze. This dish clearly demonstrates the influence of Chinese porcelain. The painted decorations, however, are much simpler than those found on genuine porcelain. Moreover, the back of the dish is not white; the yellow clay is merely covered with a transparent lead glaze.
