1780-1830
GUSN-291585
One of a set of pearlware cups (a) and saucers (b) decorated with pink bands containing pink luster wavy lines below rims. Vine and flowers below rims, red rose with green leaves and pink luster sprays on bases.
teacups
earthenware
luster (optical property)
Cup & Saucer
Original To Nickels-Sortwell House (Wiscasset, Me.),
Unknown
England
2 (H), 3 1/4 (diameter) (inches)
Bequest of Frances Sortwell
1958.351.1AB
Title Saucer Accession Number 1958.351.3
Title Teacup and saucer Accession Number 1958.351.2AB
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