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Creamer

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1790-1810

GUSN

GUSN-3413

Description

Bulb-shaped porcelain pitcher with blue and gold enameled flower and insect on body and narrow bands on rim and base. Original handle is missing, leaf and flower handle terminals on body remain. Handle has been replaced by a tin handle held in place by bracing that wraps around pitcher body. Cover missing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

creamers
porcelain
molding (forming)
enameling
hand-painted
Chinese export
Vessel, Drink Serving
Pitcher
Pitcher, Cream
Pitcher, Cream

Additional Identification Number

1920.125

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

China

Dimensions

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

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. L. P. Dean

Accession Number

1920.125

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