Cameos
MakerAttributed to
The Hartford Faience Co.
founded 1895
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
George Douglas Rankin Sr.
American
Dateabout 1910
MediumCast black and white porcelain
DimensionsComponent (height x width of cameo .13): 7/8 x 5/8in. (2.2 x 1.6cm)
Component (height x width of cameo .14): 7/8 x 9/16in. (2.2 x 1.4cm)
Component (height x width of cameo .14): 7/8 x 9/16in. (2.2 x 1.4cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of Margaret Rankin
DescriptionPair of cameos consisting of white raised porcelain decoration on a black porcelain background. The white decoration shows the bust of a woman in profile, facing to the right. She has a wreath of flowers in her hair, and her head is tilted down slightly. Her shoulders are covered in a draped material, probably inspired by Grecian costume.
Object number1986.160.13-.14
NotesHistorical Note: George Douglas Rankin, the donor's father, was the President of the Hartford Faience Company in Hartford, Connecticut.On View
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