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Pitcher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1800-1820

GUSN

GUSN-42819

Description

Black transfer-printed pitcher. Cream colored body. Two scenes on the body of the pitcher. One scene depicts a child with his pet bird. The other is a farming verse surrounded by a pastoral border.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pitchers (vessels)
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Vessel, Drink Serving
Pitcher
Pitcher

Additional Identification Number

16.1923

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

4 3/4 (H) (inches)

Credit Line

In memory of Dr. and Mrs. Charles Harrington

Accession Number

1943.235

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