John Simpson
Dish (one of a pair)

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MakerProbably John Simpson (English, 1685–1774)English, 1685–1774

CultureEnglish

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Dish (one of a pair)

Datec. 1715

Made inBurslem, England

MediumLead-glazed earthenware with slip

Dimensions2 × 14 1/4 in. diameter (5.1 × 36.2 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg

Object numberB.60.16.2

Current Location

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

Kilroy Center

On view

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Bayou Bend

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CERAMICS

DescriptionThis dish, one of a pair, bears the initials J. (or I.) S., probably indicating English potter John Simpson. He formed its relief decoration of pomegranates alternating with fleur-de-lis around a central tulip motif by pressing a clay slab onto a mold. To create the colors of the surface, he applied thin liquid clay called slip.
Provenance[Ginsburg & Levy, New York]; purchased by Miss Ima Hogg, March 8, 1960; given to MFAH, by 1966.
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Marked on front: IS

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