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Dessert plate

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1830-1850

GUSN

GUSN-15951

Description

Small earthenware plate with scallop and feather-molded edge. Mulberry-colored transfer-print pattern depicting two figures in a rowboat and one nearby on shore with bridge, village and mountains in the background. Border pattern of scrolls, shells of floral sprays and festoons on diaper background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

dessert plates
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Plate, Dessert
Spray
Mountain
Village
Bridge
People
Rowboat
Plate, Dessert

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

3/4 (H), 7 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1980.336.2

Places

Probably County of Staffordshire (England, United Kingdom) [county]

Related Items

Title Dessert plate Accession Number 1980.336.1

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