Maker
Unknown Chinese
CultureChinese
Titles
- Teacup and Saucer
Datec. 1861–1870
Made inChina, Asia
Used atSmithtown, New York, United States
MediumHard-paste porcelain with enamel and gilding
DimensionsTeacup: 2 13/16 × 4 5/8 × 3 15/16 in. (7.1 × 11.7 × 10 cm)
Saucer: 1 5/16 × 6 1/16 in. (3.3 × 15.4 cm)
Saucer: 1 5/16 × 6 1/16 in. (3.3 × 15.4 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, museum purchase funded by Colonel and Mrs. Therwin S. Walters, USAF, Ret., in honor of Rosemary S. McBride
Object numberB.2004.39.1,.2
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Ceramics Study Room
On view
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Department
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ProvenanceMade for Ethelbert Marshall Smith (1838−1901), Smithtown, Long Island; [H. Moog Antique Porcelains, Atlanta, Georgia]; purchased by MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscribed on body: EMS in cipher (see provenance)
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