Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Platter
Object Number:
1956.141n
Date:
1810-1820
Medium:
Porcelain
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 3/8 x 10 3/4 x 9 3/4 in. ( 3.5 x 27.3 x 24.8 cm )
Description:
Blue underglaze oval "Canton" porcelain platter with reticulated border in basket weave pattern; additional border pattern of diapering and octagons; central view of Chinese water scene with building, birds, and island on the upper left surrounded by swirling "clouds" at base.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Bayard Verplanck
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
