Fruit basket stand

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Date1780-1800

Geography Possibly made - EnglandPossibly made - England

Medium/TechniqueEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware)

DimensionsOverall (H x W x D): 1 in. x 10 3/4 in. x 8 3/4 in. (2.54 cm x 27.31 cm x 22.23 cm)

Credit LineGift of Edith Cowles Poor, 2001

Object numberM-4212

DescriptionOval, molded, creamware stand or dish with straight rim pierced between rope borders. The interior features a basketweave design with a shell-edge, oval, plain center. The underside is flat. Pale cream body with a clear glaze having a green cast.

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