Depicted
Henry Clay
(American, 1777 – 1852)
Cup plate
ca. 1844
Place madeUnited States, North America
Glass
Overall: 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. ( 1.3 x 8.9 cm )
Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair
1940.400
DescriptionColorless pressed lead glass cup plate; circular form with edge of alternating scallops and points; silhouette of Henry Clay enclosed by stippled ring, and surrounded by scrollwork; star under profile, with first and last names on either side of bust, and two additional stars above head; on interior rim, pattern of flowers, leaves, scrolled motifs, and shield-like motifs, some stippled (Lee-Rose 566-A).Markingspressed: in well: "HENRY/CLAY"
ClassificationsGLASS