Dresdenware
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-001857
A style of porcelain decoration originating from the city of Dresden, Germany, characterized by intricate hand-painted floral motifs, figural scenes, and rococo-inspired ornamentation. This decorative style became prominent in the 18th century, particularly associated with the Meissen porcelain manufactory. Authentic Dresdenware often bears a specific crown and 'D' mark.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-001857 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Industrial ceramics |
| Synonyms | Dresden; Meissenware |
| References | Dresdenware Definition & Meaning (Merriam-Webster) |
| Translations | German: Dresdner Porzellan; Spanish: porcelana de Dresde; French: porcelaine de Dresde |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-001857",
"term": "Dresdenware",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A style of porcelain decoration originating from the city of Dresden, Germany, characterized by intricate hand-painted floral motifs, figural scenes, and rococo-inspired ornamentation. This decorative style became prominent in the 18th century, particularly associated with the Meissen porcelain manufactory. Authentic Dresdenware often bears a specific crown and 'D' mark.",
"synonyms": [
"Dresden",
"Meissenware"
],
"subject": "Industrial ceramics",
"references": [
"Dresdenware Definition & Meaning (Merriam-Webster)"
],
"translations": {
"de": "Dresdner Porzellan",
"es": "porcelana de Dresde",
"fr": "porcelaine de Dresde"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/dresdenware/"
}
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