Artist/Maker
James and Ralph Clews
(active 1813-1834)
Platter: The Letter of Introduction
1815-1840
Place madeEngland, Europe
Earthenware
Overall: 1 1/8 x 12 x 8 7/8 in. ( 2.9 x 30.5 x 22.5 cm )
The Dr. Arthur H. Merritt Collection
1961.368
According to the donor, this platter was purchased from the Kellogg collection.
DescriptionDark blue transfer printed pearlware platter with central image depicting library scene with seated and standing figures; the border pattern is flowers and scrolls.Markingsimpressed: on back: medallion with crown at center and "CLEWS WARRANTED STAFFORDSHIRE"
printed: in blue on back brim: "THE LETTER OF INTRODUCTION/FROM WILLIE'S DEIGNS"
typed: affixed on back brim: "Purchased from the Kellogg Collection November 1925/ Collection, Dr. Arthur H. Merritt, NYC"
ClassificationsCERAMICS
