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Objekt 3

Parts of a coffee service

Description

The production of vessels for the new luxury drinks tea, coffee and chocolate was an important field of activity for many ceramic manufactories of the 18th century. A refined table culture prevailed among the upper classes, with specific forms used for each of these hot beverages.

Object description

Manufacture Joseph Hannong, Strasbourg, around 1765-1770

Faience with onglaze painting

Gift of the Association for the Basel Historical Museum

Inv. 2002.269.1.-15.

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