Dish

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:	0504: National Museums Scotland Part 2 Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland A.1957.463
Date:	1650 - 1673 Between 1650 and 1673
Material:	Earthenware
Dimensions:	35 mm H x 383 mm D
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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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