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Jardiniere

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1900-1910

GUSN

GUSN-175348

Description

Pair (.6 and .7) of cream-colored earthenware planters. Square shaped body rests on four feet (a). Sides molded with closed vertical ribs and floral swags with bows. Unglazed earthenware cylindrical insert (b). Each marked at bottom--see inscription.

Details

Descriptive Terms

jardinières (containers)
earthenware
swags
Planter
Jardinière
Jardinière

Inscription

"1188/ 8[or 3]" (stamped)
"[circle with shield inside & possibly bird inside shield] [Backwards R] W R" (stamped)
"421 / I" (stamped)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 5/8 x 2 3/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Eleanor Fayerweather

Accession Number

1993.814.7

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