Cameos
MakerAttributed to
The Hartford Faience Co.
(founded 1895)
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
George Douglas Rankin Sr.
(American)
Dateabout 1910
MediumCast blue and white porcelain
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter of each cameo): 3/8in. (1cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of Margaret Rankin
Object number1986.160.25-.27
DescriptionGroup of three very small, round, blue and white porcelain cameos. The cameos consist of a raised white decoration, with radiating leaves and lines coming from a small central flower. This decoration is applied over a domed blue porcelain background.
NotesHistorical Note: George Douglas Rankin, the donor's father, was the President of the Hartford Faience Company in Hartford, Connecticut.Status
Not on view
