Charger with Adam and Eve
CultureEnglish
OriginLambeth, London, England
PeriodCharles II (1649-1685)
Dateca.1680-1700
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (delftware)
DimensionsOverall: 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionA Lambeth small charger, decorated with Adam and Eve on either side of the forbidden tree, in which the snake oversees the scene. Adam and Eve are standing on each side of the tree. Eve is offering an apple to Adam while holding another in her other hand.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.425
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English Earthenware - DelftwareStatus
Not on viewArtist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
ca.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.1a-b
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
ca.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.2a-b
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
ca.1750
Object number: G83.1.781