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Boettger shows August the Strong the Secret of Making Porcelain (fresco)
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Boettger shows August the Strong the Secret of Making Porcelain (fresco)
XPH312450 Boettger shows August the Strong the Secret of Making Porcelain (fresco) by Kiessling, Johann Paul Adolf (1836-1919); Albrechtsburg, Meissen, Germany; (add.info.: Boettger zeigt August dem Starken, in dessen Diensten er stand, das Geheimniss der Porzellanherstellung; Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733), King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania; Frederick Augustus I, elector of Saxony and King of Poland; Johann Friedrich Bottger, German chemist who discovered the secret of making hard-paste porcelain in 1708-09; ); German, out of copyright
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The captivating fresco, "Boettger shows August the Strong the Secret of Making Porcelain" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Painted by Johann Paul Adolf Kiessling, this artwork captures an intriguing encounter between two influential figures at Albrechtsburg in Meissen, Germany. In this scene, we witness the meeting of minds as Boettger reveals to Augustus II the Strong, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania, the closely guarded secret behind porcelain production. The fresco beautifully depicts their interaction within a royal studio workshop filled with ceramics and pottery. Johann Friedrich Bottger takes center stage as he demonstrates his groundbreaking invention - hard-paste porcelain. As a German chemist who discovered this revolutionary technique in 1708-09, Bottger's innovation forever changed the world of ceramics. The painting not only showcases historical significance but also highlights themes such as invention and royalty. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and creativity while emphasizing the importance of knowledge sharing for societal progress. This remarkable print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate both the artistic mastery of Kiessling and the fascinating narrative it portrays. Let yourself be transported into this pivotal moment where artistry meets science and where secrets are unveiled under royal patronage.
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