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Saucer

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1780-1800

GUSN

GUSN-3464

Description

TEA SERVICE: Border: two orange bands surround band of blue dots; central decoration: purple thistle with green, orange and purple flowers. SAUCERS: Border on interior; floral sprigs and larger bunch, exterior.

Details

Descriptive Terms

saucers (plates)
enameling
painting (coating)
porcelain
Chinese export
Dish, Eating
Saucer
Saucer

Additional Identification Number

1932.492 D-E

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

China

Dimensions

5 5/8 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Louis F. Snow

Accession Number

1932.492D

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