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Sugar Bowl

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1840-1860

GUSN

GUSN-39594

Description

Earthenware sugar bowl [a] with lid [b]. Black transfer-printed pattern "Foliage." Border of scrolled scenic cartouches and central scene of castle beside waterway under stormy sky. Lid has tab handles and a pointed finial.

Details

Descriptive Terms

sugar bowls
earthenware
glazing (coating)
ironstone (pottery)
transfer printing
Scrolling Border
Castle
Water
Tree
Storm
Foliage
Bowl, Sugar

Inscription

"FOLIAGE" (printed)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

7 1/2 (H), 4 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Estate of Miss Alice Pond

Accession Number

1938.171AB

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