Pitcher
MakerMade by
Tettau Porcelain Factory
(German, founded 1794)
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Katherine Louisa Lord
(American, 1853 - 1938)
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Mary Frances Lord
(American, 1850 - 1938)
Dateabout 1905-1920
MediumCast porcelain with a poly-chrome iridescent glaze
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 7 1/4 x 7 x 1 3/4in. (18.4 x 17.8 x 4.4cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of Mary F. Lord and Katherine L. Lord
DescriptionOval porcelain pitcher in the shape of a fish, with poly-chrome iridescent glaze. The fat fish faces up, resting on its tail, which is curved out toward fins on the fish's back. The fish has a narrow, open mouth through, which the liquid pours out of the pitcher. The handle is attached to the stomach of the fish. The pitcher is covered with iridescent glazes in dark peach, purple, light yellow, and white, that give the appearance of scales shimmering on the body of the fish.
Object number1938.24.26
On View
Not on viewWhitehead and Hoag Company