Prunk bowl from the courtyard service of Isabella d'Este, Mantua. A highlight of the Italian majolica production is the magnificent breaking bowl from the famous courtyard service of the Markgräfin of Mantua Isabella d'Este (1474-1539). The alliance coat of families Gonzaga and Este in the center and encrypted emblems refer to Isabella d'Este, which was one of the most important women of the Renaissance as a female conveyor and collector. The scenic representation of the mannalesis of the Old Testament follows Raffaels (1483-1520) famous fresco in the loggias of the Vatican in Rome. Majolica s
Prunk bowl from the courtyard service of Isabella d'Este, Mantua. A highlight of the Italian majolica production is the magnificent breaking bowl from the famous courtyard service of the Markgräfin of Mantua Isabella d'Este (1474-1539). The alliance coat of families Gonzaga and Este in the center and encrypted emblems refer to Isabella d'Este, which was one of the most important women of the Renaissance as a female conveyor and collector. The scenic representation of the mannalesis of the Old Testament follows Raffaels (1483-1520) famous fresco in the loggias of the Vatican in Rome. Majolica service adorned the princely blackboard and were built on showing views on show buffets. Mythological and biblical scenes served as a moral model and at the same time reflect the humanistic knowledge of time. Gift of Alfred Beit, London
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