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Teacup

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1830-1850

GUSN

GUSN-306294

Description

Pink transfer-printed earthenware handled teacup with a scalloped rim. Pink luster bands and foliate motif. Transfer-printed flowers and fruit with superimposed hand painted accents.

Details

Descriptive Terms

teacups
earthenware
transfer printing
hand-painted
luster (optical property)
Cup
Teacup
Teacup

Additional Identification Number

1939.406ab

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 1/4 (H), 3 3/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Mrs. Eva R. Greeley

Accession Number

1939.406.2

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