New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Cup Plate

ManufacturerAttributed to Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. (American, 1826-1888)

CultureAmerican

MediumGlass

DimensionsOverall, Rim: 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4143

Not on view

DescriptionCup plate of clear poor quality glass. Many imperfections. Checkered bottom overlapping circular design on the rim. Twenty-five scallops divided by two smaller.

Published ReferencesRose & Lee, _Cup Plates_, No. 313, pl. 59, pg. 223, "probably Sandwich-clear common".