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Cream Pitcher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1830

GUSN

GUSN-16091

Description

Purple transfer-printed earthenware cream pitcher with four feet. Pink lustre accent on handle. Exterior lustre bands. Transfer-printed nature scene adorns body.

Details

Descriptive Terms

creamers
luster (optical property)
earthenware
transfer printing
overglazing
Vessel, Drink Serving
Pitcher
Pitcher, Cream
Pitcher, Cream

Inscription

[lustre hash mark]

Additional Identification Number

MJ115

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

4 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 3 1/2 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Margaret Jewell

Accession Number

1958.603

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