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Dinner plate

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1830-1850

GUSN

GUSN-306318

Description

Earthenware plate with molded scallop and bead rim and black transfer-printed pattern "Tuscan Rose." Pattern depicts flowers in a basket and growing up a narrow trellis. A butterfly sits on one bloom. Border pattern of flowers on a chevron background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

dinner plates
earthenware
transfer printing
molding (forming)
floral patterns
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Plate, Dinner
Plate, Dinner

Inscription

"Tuscan Rose" [in scroll cartouche surrounded by flowers] (printed)

Pattern

Tuscan rose

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/4 (H), 10 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of the Estate of C. Spaulding Prime

Accession Number

1993.444

Related Items

Title Platter Accession Number 1934.1089

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