Dessert plate

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Date1770-1780

Geography Possibly made - EnglandPossibly made - England

Medium/TechniqueEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware)

DimensionsOverall (H x W x D): 15/16 in. x 9 3/4 in. x 9 3/4 in. (2.38 cm x 24.77 cm x 24.77 cm)

Credit LinePurchase, 1990

Object numberM-3432/A

DescriptionCircular, molded, creamware plate with bead-and-reel or gadrooned edge and a pierced rim featuring a continuous band of pointed ovals, hearts, diamonds, and dots; shallow foot ring. Deep cream body with a finely crazed, clear glaze having a yellow cast.

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