18th Century Meissen Reticulated Basket With Dot Mark, First Quality, Ca. 1765–1774

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A rare and early Meissen porcelain reticulated basket, hand-painted in cobalt blue with applied florets at each lattice intersection. This … Read more A rare and early Meissen porcelain reticulated basket, hand-painted in cobalt blue with applied florets at each lattice intersection. This example bears the coveted “dot mark” (used between 1765–1774), placing it firmly in the 18th century. Marked with underglaze blue crossed swords and dot, with no cancellation strokes, confirming first quality production.

The reticulated form with applied florets is among Meissen’s most fragile and technically demanding works of the 18th century, making surviving examples highly sought after.

Condition: No restorations. Stable age-related stress cracks are visible at the base of the basket (see photos). These are typical of Meissen reticulated work from this period and do not affect display. Otherwise excellent, with rich cobalt decoration and handles intact.

Dimensions: approx. 6" wide across handles x 4.75" diameter x 4.75" high

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a genuine first quality, dot-mark Meissen basket for the serious collector of 18th-century European porcelain. See less