Punch pot

Date1765-1775

Attributed to William Greatbatch 1735-1813

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

DimensionsOH: 6 3/4"

Credit LineGift of Mr. Harry H. Coon

Object number2005-195,A&B

DescriptionCreamware "fruit basket" pattern punch pot and lid, the spherical body press-molded on either side with a wickerwork basket of assorted fruit and foliage picked out in manganese-brown, teal-blue, ochre and green and bisected by a teal-blue and manganese wicker-molded handle issuing from the side of the basket and rising to the rim, the spout and handle molded with fluting and scrolls, and the cover molded with scroll-edged basketwork encircling the flower head knop.ProvenanceFormerly owned by David Newbon, London, England

Previously owned by Harry H. Coon of Glenview, IL