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Teacup

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1810-1830

GUSN

GUSN-16220

Description

Black transfer-printed pearlware teacup. Floral and foliate motif. Exterior scene depicts a bird perched on a branch. Interior transfer print of a swan. Superimposed hand painted accents.

Details

Descriptive Terms

teacups
hand-painted
glazing (coating)
pearlware
transfer printing
Cup
Teacup
Earthenware
Tin Glazed
Transfer Printed
Pearlware
Bird
Medallion
Flower
Teacup

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 (H), 3 1/8 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of John B. Morris, Jr.

Accession Number

1957.234

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