Saucer

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CultureEnglish

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Saucer

Datec. 1825–1840

Made inEngland

MediumLead-glazed earthenware (spatterware)

Dimensions5 7/8 in. diameter (14.9 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg

Object numberB.70.47.2

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Department

Bayou Bend

Object Type

CERAMICS

DescriptionThe use of sponges to apply color to ceramics, as seen over most of this saucer, was an old technique that became popular once again in the second quarter of the 1800s. Often potters included painted elements like the bird in the center.
ProvenanceAcquired by Miss Ima Hogg on July 29, 1964, from Margo Authentic Antiques, St. Louis, MO.

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