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Dessert Plate

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1830

GUSN

GUSN-30916

Description

Blue transfer-printed pearlware plate. Floral border surrounds a central scene depicting Philadelphia.

Details

Descriptive Terms

dessert plates
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Plate, Dessert
Plate, Dessert

Label

One of many views related to the early United States and its history that appear in the online exhibit "Patriotic America."

Inscription

Printed on bottom: Philadelphia Paper label: No 130

People and Organizations

Philadelphia, PA

Maker

Possibly Clews, James & Ralph (Maker)

Location of Origin

Cobridge, England, Staffordshire

Dimensions

3/4 (H), 6 3/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Margaret R. Kimberley

Accession Number

1926.389

Related Items

Title Saucer Accession Number 1927.179

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