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Miniature Cup and Saucer

Dateca. 1765

OriginEngland, Staffordshire

MediumLead-glazed earthenware (cream-colored earthenware / creamware)

DimensionsCup: OH: 1"; OD: 1 3/4".
Saucer: OH: 5/8"; OD: 2 3/4".

Credit LineGift of Ellen and Mickey Simon

Object number2024-222,A&B

DescriptionMiniature cup and saucer, lead-glazed earthenware (cream-colored earthenware/creamware) decorated with melon pattern in green and yellow stripes vertically applied to the exterior of the cup and radiating from the center of the saucer; each piece with a rouletted pattern applied horizontally to the cup and concentrically to the saucer.