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Saucer

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1840

GUSN

GUSN-53754

Description

Saucer part of a children's set of dishes. Black transfer-print scene of a young woman in Empire-style dress with a goat on a leash. Looping chain border around rim.

Details

Descriptive Terms

saucers (plates)
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Dish, Eating
Saucer
Children's food service tools and equipment
Woman
Goat
Castle
Gothic Border
Saucer

Inscription

"201 / [heart symbol]" (printed)

Additional Identification Number

1944.313A

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 (H), 5 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Lucy Merriam Brigham

Accession Number

1944.313.1

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