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Saucer

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1850-1875

GUSN

GUSN-6820

Description

Porcelain saucer with a scalloped edge with medallions of birds and flowers surrounded by flowers, scrolls, and butterflies on gold ground. This polychrome design is sometimes known as Rose Medallion.

Details

Descriptive Terms

saucers (plates)
enameling
painting (coating)
porcelain
Chinese export
Dish, Eating
Saucer
Saucer

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

China

Dimensions

5 3/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Edwin Buckingham Sears

Accession Number

1987.421.18

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