Collection Highlights
Astor House
Date:
ca.1853-1859
Object Number:
PR.020.65.1
Medium:
Wood Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pitcher
Object Number:
INV.12726
Date:
1825-1845
Medium:
Earthenware
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 x 6 1/4 x 4 1/2 in. ( 15.2 x 15.9 x 11.4 cm )
Marks:
hand written: on bottom of base: collector's label: "#70"
Description:
Pearlware pitcher with molded decoration on both sides; 1)shepherd and putti 2) shepherd dancing with putti; below is a peaked roof cottage; scalloped rim, purple luster outlines around rim and handle; molded handle.
Gallery Label:
This type of pearlware pitcher was also known as pratt ware.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
