Antique 18th Century Meissen Porcelain Chocolate Pot – Purple (Puce) Floral Design Description: An exquisite and rare Meissen porcelain chocolate pot, featuring the iconic side-handle design characteristic of 18th-century European chocolate service. This piece is hand-painted in a delicate "Puce" or Indian Purple palette, showcasing detailed floral sprays and scattered botanical sprigs. • Manufacturer: Meissen (Germany). • Period: Circa 1740–1780 (Rococo period). • Design: Features a hand-painted floral motif, a molded relief handle, and a spout designed for the thick, viscous hot chocolate of the era. The lid is typically surmounted by a hand-applied flower finial.