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Luncheon Plate

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1843-1855

GUSN

GUSN-45225

Description

Blue transfer-printed pearlware luncheon plate. Border of alternating medallions featuring castles and floral sprays. Central scene depicts Florentine.

Details

Descriptive Terms

plates (dishes)
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Plate, Luncheon
Plate, Luncheon

Inscription

"T.J. & J. MAYER/ FLORENTINE" (stamped)

Maker

Mayer, Thomas, John, Jos (Maker)

Location of Origin

Burslem/Longport, England, Staffordshire

Dimensions

1 (H), 8 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Estate of H. Monmouth Smith

Accession Number

1950.511

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