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Pitcher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1839-1846

GUSN

GUSN-50225

Description

Earthenware pitcher with blue transfer-print pattern "Moselle" produced by J & G Alcock, Cobridge. Scene of three women relaxing beside a waterway wtih exotic, tile-roof buildings and many towers in the background. Diaper and flower border with small vignettes of boat and building.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pitchers (vessels)
earthenware
transfer printing
molding (forming)
glazing (coating)
Pitcher, Wash
Pitcher, Wash

Inscription

"MOSELL. [in scroll cartouche] / J&G ALCOCK / COBRIDGE" (printed)
"PORCELIAN / OPAQUE / J & G ALCOCK" (impressed)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

10 3/4 (H), 8 (diameter) (inches)

Accession Number

1982.248

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