Dessert plate

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Date1780-1800

Geography Possibly made - EnglandPossibly made - England

Medium/TechniqueEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware)

DimensionsOverall (H x W x D): 1 1/2 in. x 12 7/8 in. x 12 7/8 in. (3.81 cm x 32.7 cm x 32.7 cm)

Credit LinePurchase, 1990

Object numberM-3431

DescriptionCircular, molded, creamware plate with bead borders on the outside and inside edges of the rim and the inside of the fluted well, and a pierced rim featuring a continuous band of pointed ovals, hearts, diamonds, and dots; shallow foot ring. Pale cream body with a clear glaze having a greenish-yellow cast.

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