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Platter

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

GUSN

GUSN-224778

Description

Rectangular blue and white platter with rounded corners. The design is transfer-printed with a floral frieze on the rim, and a country-style scene in the middle. In the foreground are a couple of deers and does, lying on the shore of a pond. On a small island in the middle of the water is a circular corinthian temple. In the background are hills and a big mansion.

Details

Descriptive Terms

platters
ceramic (material)
ceramic glaze
Platter

Inscription

"20" (impressed)

Additional Identification Number

FD085

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

15 12/16 x 1 10/16 (WxD) (inches)

Accession Number

2006.44.1802

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