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Teapot

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1830

GUSN

GUSN-39628

Description

Blue transfer-printed earthenware teapot. Floral border surrounds rim and cover. Rectangular faceted cover with an oval faceted mushroom finial. Scene of a man with his dog adorn the body.

Details

Descriptive Terms

teapots
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Vessel, Drink Serving
Teapot
Teapot

Inscription

Printed on bottom: Illegible blob (possibly a flower?)

Additional Identification Number

1938.263ab

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

6 x 10 1/2 x 5 3/4 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Mrs. Helen O. Sprague

Accession Number

1938.263.1AB

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