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Platter

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1760-1780

GUSN

GUSN-46882

Description

Large round platter with wide rim molded with diaper and scroll cartouche pattern. Interior of scroll cartouches transfer-printed and hand-painted with landscape image. Interior of platter transfer-printed and hand-painted with floral sprigs and sprays. Mended with multiple staples.

Details

Descriptive Terms

platters
trenches
molding (forming)
painting (coating)
porcelain
hand-painted
transfer printing
Dish, Serving
Platter
Platter

Inscription

[small red anchor] (Painted)

Maker

Derby Porcelain Works (Maker)

Location of Origin

Derby, England

Dimensions

2 1/4 (H), 17 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. D. P. Ranney

Accession Number

1964.6

Places

Derby (Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom)

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