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Creamer

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1780-1800

GUSN

GUSN-34877

Description

TEA SERVICE: Border: two orange bands surround band of blue dots; central decoration: purple thistle with green, orange and purple flowers. CREAMER: Helmet-shaped; central decoration under mouth; small flower sprigs on exterior.

Details

Descriptive Terms

creamers
enameling
painting (coating)
porcelain
Chinese export
Vessel, Drink Serving
Pitcher
Pitcher, Cream
Pitcher, Cream

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

China

Dimensions

4 3/4 (H) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Louis F. Snow

Accession Number

1932.490

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