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Plate

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

GUSN

GUSN-48404

Description

Pearlware transfer-print plate. Scalloped edge, red painted rim, and a molded strawberry border. Black transfer printed pastoral scene.

Details

Descriptive Terms

plates (dishes)
earthenware
transfer printing
pearlware
hand-painted
glazing (coating)
Knickknack
Plate, Decorative
Earthenware
Plate, Decorative

Inscription

"FRANKLIN'S PROVERBS./ NOW I HAVE A SHEEP AND A COW. EVERY BODY BIDS ME GOOD MORROW." (Black transfer print.)

Additional Identification Number

68

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

7 1/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Miss Margaret Jewell

Accession Number

1970.381

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