Trivet
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1971
MediumPress-molded white earthenware with blue, orange, green, and black enamels
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (width x depth): 6 x 6in. (15.2 x 15.2cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of the Newington Historical Society
DescriptionTrivet consisting of a white earthenware tile with a thin, square sheet of cork adhered to the back. The trivet is decorated with a printed scene in blue, green, orange, and black enamels. The scene shows a blue waterfall, orange-brown rocks, and green trees inside an orange border. Superimposed over the orange border is the title, "TOWN OF NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT INC. 1871 SEAL" above and, "GROWTH & PROGRESS" below. All elements of the seal are outlined in thick black enamel lines. Below this seal is, "NEWINGTON CENTENNIAL/ 1871-1971" printed in orange enamel.
Object number1971.59.5
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