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Pitcher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1815-1825

GUSN

GUSN-45791

Description

Black transfer-printed earthenware pitcher. Black accents around mouth, foot, and handle. Two exterior scenes feature portraits of Major General Brown and the Decator.

Details

Descriptive Terms

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

People and Organizations

Stephen Decatur
Jacob Jennings Brown

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

5 1/4 x 4 1/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Miss Helen D. Lawton

Accession Number

1955.164

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