Plates
MakerMade by
Unknown
Datemid 19th century
MediumMold-formed porcelain with gilding
DimensionsComponent (diameter of plates .21, .22, and .24): 7 3/8in. (18.7cm)
Component (diameter of plates .23, .25. ,.26, and .27): 7 1/4in. (18.4cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of Dr. Annie C. Miller
Object number1941.9.1.21-.27
DescriptionGroup of seven porcelain plates with gilded decoration. Part of a large group of white and gold teawares made of a white ceramic, porcelain in most cases, with gilding as the only decoration. The group consists of one large teapot (.1a,b), one smaller teapot (.2a,b), two cream pitchers (.3 and .4), one slop bowl (.5), two teacups (.6 and .7), five teacup saucers (.8,-.12), four coffee cups (.13-.16), and four coffee cup saucers (.17-.20). The group continues with ten plates in three different sizes (.21-.30), five small plates (.31-.35), one saucer (.36), two compotes (.37-.38), three lidded dishes (.39a-c-.41a-c), one pitcher (.42), one dish (.43), and a lid (.44).
The round plates each have a slightly ribbed rim, and a band of gilding at the outer edge of the rim. Each plate also has a circular band of gilding in the center. The gilding on all of the plates is worn, although .26 is in better condition than most. Plates .21 and .27 have the most wear to the gilding. Plate .21 also has a crack running along the center top surface.
The round plates each have a slightly ribbed rim, and a band of gilding at the outer edge of the rim. Each plate also has a circular band of gilding in the center. The gilding on all of the plates is worn, although .26 is in better condition than most. Plates .21 and .27 have the most wear to the gilding. Plate .21 also has a crack running along the center top surface.
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