Caster
Date1780-1800
Medium/TechniqueEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware)
DimensionsOverall (H x W x D): 5 1/8 in. x 2 1/4 in. x 2 1/8 in. (13.02 cm x 5.72 cm x 5.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Edith Cowles Poor, 2001
Object numberM-4197
DescriptionPlain, pear-shaped, creamware caster on a circular pedestal foot with a pierced, pointed dome top featuring a pointed ball finial and a quarter-round-molded collar. The underside of the foot is pierced with a circular hole plugged with a cork. Pale cream body with a clear glaze, having a yellow cast.
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