Collection Highlights
Central Park Competition Entry No. 29
Date:
March, 1858
Object Number:
PR.003.233
Medium:
Ink and Wash
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Teacup
Object Number:
1939.470
Date:
ca. 1835
Medium:
ceramic
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/8 x 4 3/8 x 3 5/8 in. ( 5.4 x 11.1 x 9.2 cm )
Description:
Porcelain teacup with broad border of salmon-colored enamel with outlining and accents in gilding; enamel borders are crossed by curving diaper-patterned bands of gilding.
Gallery Label:
This cup belonged to Janet Livingston (1743-1828), wife of General Richard Montgomery (1738-1775); see Anthology of British teapots/ teacups for more information.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. William D. Bloodgood
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
