The Tea Party
Cream Jug
second quarter of 19th century (made)
second quarter of 19th century (made)
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Cream jug of porcelain, transfer-printed in black, in imitation of Worcester porcelain. Pear-shaped with a loop handle in the form of two stems twisted together, divided above and ending in leaves. On one side is printed the design known as 'The Tea Party', showing a lady and gentleman seated and drinking tea. On the other side is a maid with a page carrying a kettle and walking beside a tree.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | The Tea Party (popular title) |
| Materials and techniques | Porcelain transfer-printed in black |
| Brief description | Cream jug of porcelain, transfer-printed in black, made in Staffordshire, second quarter of 19th century. |
| Physical description | Cream jug of porcelain, transfer-printed in black, in imitation of Worcester porcelain. Pear-shaped with a loop handle in the form of two stems twisted together, divided above and ending in leaves. On one side is printed the design known as 'The Tea Party', showing a lady and gentleman seated and drinking tea. On the other side is a maid with a page carrying a kettle and walking beside a tree. |
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| Credit line | Given by E. F. Broderip, Esq. |
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| Accession number | C.1057-1924 |
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| Record created | May 27, 2009 |
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