Mr Shuter in the character of Lovegold
Tile
ca. 1777-1780 (made)
ca. 1777-1780 (made)
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Tin-glazed earthenware tile, square, transfer-printed in black with the title 'Mr Shuter in the character of Lovegold' above and below of an actor. It is one of twenty-six tiles depicting portraits of famous actors and actress, each within a border of theatrical trophies, including ribbons inscribed with the name of the person and his or her part.
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Title | Mr Shuter in the character of Lovegold (assigned by artist) |
Materials and techniques | Tin-glazed earthenware with transfer-printed decoration |
Brief description | Delftware. Tile, tin-glazed earthenware with transfer-printed decoration entitled 'Mr Shuter in the character of Lovegold', probably printed by Guy Green, Liverpool, ca. 1777-1780. |
Physical description | Tin-glazed earthenware tile, square, transfer-printed in black with the title 'Mr Shuter in the character of Lovegold' above and below of an actor. It is one of twenty-six tiles depicting portraits of famous actors and actress, each within a border of theatrical trophies, including ribbons inscribed with the name of the person and his or her part. |
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Credit line | Given by Lady Charlotte Schreiber |
Object history | Given by Lady Charlotte Schreiber, 1885. Purchased by her from Becks, Bristol, 1869. Based on a print used as illustration to Bell's British Theatre (edition of 1776-1777). |
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Accession number | 414:831/1-1885 |
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Record created | January 29, 2000 |
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