Thomas Green Minerva China Works
Platter

Public Domain

ExpandFavorite

Maker Thomas Green Minerva China Works(English, active 1847–1859)English, active 1847–1859

CultureEnglish

Titles

Platter
from the "William Penn’s Treaty" pattern

Datec. 1847–1859

Made inEngland

MediumLead-glazed earthenware with transfer print

Dimensions1 3/4 × 19 1/2 × 16 in. (4.4 × 49.5 × 40.6 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg

Object numberB.72.108.1

Current Location

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

Folk Art Room

On view

Explore Further

Department

Bayou Bend

Object Type

CERAMICS

DescriptionDuring the 1830s, 40s, and 50s, Staffordshire potters produced large numbers of transfer-decorated patterns that have come to be called “romantic,” as many incorporate fanciful or imaginary imagery. This platter, in a pattern called “William Penn’s Treaty,” depicts both Native American and European figures in just such an imaginary landscape that includes palm trees and vaguely Asian-looking structures.
ProvenanceMiss Ima Hogg; given to MFAH, 1972.

Cataloguing data may change with further research.

If you have questions about this work of art or the MFAH Online Collection please contact us.