Spittoon
1775-78 (made)
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A spittoon is a receptacle for spitting into. Spittoons have been used for centuries in many parts of the world, and their exact shape and function vary according to local habits. They may be used for spitting out the dregs of a drink, or the residue from chewing stimulants such as tobacco (in Europe) or betel nuts (in south-east Asia).
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Soft-paste porcelain transfer-printed in underglaze blue |
| Brief description | Spittoon of soft-paste porcelain transfer-printed in underglaze blue, Caughley Porcelain Factory, Caughley, ca. 1775-78 |
| Physical description | Spittoon of soft-paste porcelain transfer-printed in underglaze blue. Globular body with wide flaring neck transfer-printed in cobalt blue with bouquets, fruit and scattered sprigs. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'S' (Painted in underglaze blue) |
| Credit line | Given by Alfred Darby, Esq. |
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| Summary | A spittoon is a receptacle for spitting into. Spittoons have been used for centuries in many parts of the world, and their exact shape and function vary according to local habits. They may be used for spitting out the dregs of a drink, or the residue from chewing stimulants such as tobacco (in Europe) or betel nuts (in south-east Asia). |
| Bibliographic reference | For these patterns, see The Caughley Society, Caughley Blue & White Patterns, 2012, cat. CD10, whee dated 1775-78 |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | C.148-1921 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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