Artist/Maker
James and Ralph Clews
(active 1813-1834)
Cup plate: America and Independence
1818-1834
Place madeEngland, Europe
Earthenware
Overall: 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. ( 1.3 x 8.9 cm )
The Dr. Arthur H. Merritt Collection
1961.195
According to the donor, the rim decoration is known as the'States Border Design'.
DescriptionGlazed pearlware molded cup plate with dark blue transfer print decoration of a three-story house in center and border of flowers and two classical figures, one holding portrait of Washington (?) labeled "AMERICA AND" other kneeling and labeled "INDEB" [?].Markingsimpressed: on back: in circle around crown device "CLEWS WARRANTED STAFFORDSHIRE"
ClassificationsCERAMICS
