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Teacup

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1800-1830

GUSN

GUSN-16076

Description

White porcelain teacup with silver luster band around rim and foot. Alternating pattern of sunrises and sunsets intertwined with a foliate and vine design. Part of a partial six-piece tea service: two teacups, two saucers, one creamer, and one waste bowl.

Details

Descriptive Terms

teacups
porcelain
hand-painted
lusterware
Cup
Teacup
Teacup

Additional Identification Number

A1372

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 1/4 (H), 3 1/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1988.595.1

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