Saucer 1720 - 1740

This porcelain saucer was crafted in Vienna, adorned with delicate floral patterns. These aren't merely decorative; they echo a symbolic language that has blossomed across cultures and epochs. Notice the stylized blossoms. They're reminiscent of motifs found in ancient Minoan frescoes and later, in the courtly arts of the East. The flower, in its myriad forms, has long been a symbol of life, renewal, and even spiritual enlightenment. Consider the lotus in Buddhist art, or the rose in Christian iconography – each carries layers of meaning, reflecting humanity's perennial fascination with the natural world. It’s not just the visual representation of the flowers; it’s also the emotions and memories they invoke. The scent of a rose can transport us back to a cherished moment, just as the sight of these floral patterns might stir unconscious associations with beauty, fragility, and the cyclical nature of existence. The flower has resurfaced and evolved in different historical contexts, carrying echoes of the past and blooming with new significations.