Caster
Date1780-1800
Medium/TechniqueEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware)
DimensionsOverall (H x W x D): 4 3/4 in. x 2 1/4 in. x 2 1/4 in. (12.07 cm x 5.72 cm x 5.72 cm)
Credit LineGift of Edith Cowles Poor, 2001
Object numberM-4201
DescriptionPear-shaped, creamware caster on a conical, stepped, pedestal foot with a pierced, dome top with 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 slight blue cast.MarkingsScratched on bottom: "X".
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