Objekt 2
Two picture plates
Description
The two pictorial plates are of exceptional rarity in their quality, format and original function as wall decorations. The signature of the painter on the lower edges of the picture shows that he was also aware of this special place value.
Object description
(Lovers / Mother with children)
Strasbourg, manufacture Paul Hannong
Painter: Johann Nikolaus Lutz, around 1757/58
Faience with onglaze painting (purple camaieu)
Inv. 1995.235. Gift of the Association for the Basel Historical Museum
Inv. 1995.236. Purchase with funds from the bequest of Dr. August Meyer.