Plate
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureAmerican
Date1835-1840
MediumPressed glass
DimensionsOverall: 11/16 in. (1.7 cm)
Overall, Rim: 5 in. (12.7 cm)
Overall, Rim: 5 in. (12.7 cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase with Funds provided by Kathryn K. Porter
Object number86.182
Not on view
DescriptionLacy plate of pressed colorless glass. Round cap ring with thirty scallops alternating with thirty points. Shoulder-anthemion band consisting of four palmettes alternating with four lotuses. Base-large rose blossom center surrounded by leaves, stems and six small rose blossoms. Numerous flakes and chips on rim. See 86.181 & 86.183 for related pieces from same lot.Published ReferencesOliver Auction Catalog, 1986, Lot #375, Innes Catalog #266. Innes, Pittsburgh Glass, 1797-1891, pp. 265 & 267, ill. fig. 268.
Worcester Porcelain Company
ca. 1770
