Rare Meissen Marcolini (1774-1814) Tea Bowl Imari Patten Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, the first European producer of hard-paste porcelain. Mark Type: The underglaze blue crossed swords is one of the oldest trademarks in the world, introduced in 1720 to ensure authenticity. Dating the Piece: The addition of an asterix (star) in between the cross-pieces of the swords indicates the specific Marcolini period, when Count Camillo Marcolini was the director of the factory. This mark was used from approximately 1774 to 1814. Please note there is a small chip to the rim that has been filled
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