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This maiolica dish was made in Castelli in Italy between 1650 and 1673. It was painted by Francesco Grue.

The dish is painted in polychrome with a military scene, possibly from the campaigns of Alexander the Great. Two commanders in classical armour stand in discussion, with cavalry and massed infantry behind. There is a border of trophies.

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• Online ID: 000-180-002-371-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  A.1957.463
• Date: 1650 - 1673
  Between 1650 and 1673
  
• Material: Earthenware
  
• Dimensions: 35 mm H x 383 mm D
  
• What:
• Subject: Ceramics : earthenware : Italy : Castelli
  
• Who: Alexander the Great (Possibly depicted)
  Francesco Grue, Castelli (Delineator)
  
• Where: Italy, Castelli
  
• Event:
• Description: Maiolica dish painted in polychrome with a military scene - possibly from the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and with a border of trophies: Italian, Castelli, painted by Francesco Grue, 1650 - 1673
  
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