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Earthenware teacup without handle (.1) and saucer (.2). Green transfer-print "Eagle" pattern. Depicts eagle with outstretched wings sailing in a large shell-shaped boat with furled sail. In the background is a village and a domed building on a hill. The eagle wears a shield bearing the stars and stripes around its neck and holds five arrows in one claw and an olive leaf in the other. A United States flag with flowing tassels and a halberd are also in the shell boat. Green transfer-print border of shells, dolphins, fans, tridents and foliate scrolls. Manufactured by R. Hall and Sons, England.
cups
saucers (plates)
teacups
tea bowls
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
figure- and animal-derived motifs
eagles (birds)
patriotism
shields (motifs)
dolphins (animals)
Set, Cup and Saucer
America
Patriotism
American Eagle
Shield
Set, Cup and Saucer
"Eagle/ R. Hall & Son" [text inside shell outline with sprigs] (Pattern name / maker's mark.)
1976.268AB
R. Hall & Son (Maker)
Tunstall, England, Staffordshire
2 1/2 (H), 3 3/4 (diameter) (inches)
Estate of Florence Evans Bushee
1976.268.1-.2
1836-1841 (Per maker's mark)
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