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Plate

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1830-1854

GUSN

GUSN-49856

Description

Earthenware mulberry transfer-printed plate with bluish edge with a floral border surrounding landscape scene of gondola, palace, and human and animal sculptures.

Details

Descriptive Terms

dinner plates
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Classical Revival (European revival style)
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Earthenware
Transfer Printed
Plate, Food

Inscription

"GRECIAN/WR" (Printed on bottom)

Maker

Ridgway, William (Maker)

Location of Origin

Shelton, England, Staffordshire; Stoke, England, Stafforshire

Dimensions

1 (H), 10 1/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1980.351

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