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Saucer

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1817-1822

GUSN

GUSN-17553

Description

Black transfer-printed pearlware saucer. Black painted rim. Small band surrounds a central scene featuring children playing on the edge of a river.

Details

Descriptive Terms

saucers (plates)
glazing (coating)
pearlware
transfer printing
Dish, Eating
Saucer
Saucer

Inscription

Painted and impressed on bottom: ""Shorthose & Co.""

Additional Identification Number

1949.105m

Maker

Shorthose & Co. (Maker)

Location of Origin

Hanley, England, Staffordshire

Dimensions

1 1/8 (H), 5 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of the John B. Morris Jr.

Accession Number

1949.105.13

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