Nymphenburg china, 1945

Physical Details: Photographic print : 1 item : b&w ; 12 x 18 cm.

Creator: Edward E. Adams, photographer

Description: Photograph shows Nymphenburg china recovered during World War II on shelving and floor. Photo likely taken at either Buxheim Monastery or Neuschwanstein Castle.
Item is inscribed on verso (handwritten): This is a small room filled with acquired china made in Nymphenburg (near Munich) also some fine [?] pieces. The Nymphenburg stuff is a lovely Rococo pattern in pure white [?] the molded detail in emerald green only [?] colors are used. It is very light and fresh looking. This is the first time I've ever been really impressed with china.
Identification on verso (stamped): Please credit photo to Edward E. Adams.

Forms part of: James J. Rorimer papers, 1923-1982, bulk 1943-1950

Rights Statement: Current copyright status is undetermined

Citation: Nymphenburg china, 1945 / Edward E. Adams, photographer. James J. Rorimer papers, Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.

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Digital ID: 9941

Subjects:

• Germany
• Pottery
• World War, 1939-1945
• World War, 1939-1945--Art and the war

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