Delftware pitcher with globular body on flared foot and long neck. Underglaze blue decorations of large flower sprays with bird under mouth. S-scroll chain in underglaze blue on handle. Handle attached to body in pointed taper.
pitchers (vessels)
earthenware
painting (coating)
glazing (coating)
tin glaze
Delft
Vessel, Drink Serving
Pitcher
Pitcher
Unknown
12 (H), 5 3/4 (diameter) (inches)
Estate of Mrs. G. S. Selfridge
1935.863
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