Pitcher
- Object Name:
- Pitcher
- Object ID:
- 1965.013.058
- Place of Origin:
- Bennington, VT
- Date:
- 1847-1858
- Description:
- Pitcher. Parian Porcelain. Off-white matte surface finish on exterior. Glossy finish on interior. Bulbous body with slightly narrowing neck and small spout. Slightly concave pedestal base. Applied strap handle. Entire exterior surface area covered with molded decoration. Decoration is identical on both sides of pitcher and includes a bundled sheath of grain surrounded with large flowers. Background is stippled. Handle is molded in a floral decoration. Marked on bottom with a quatrefoil impression. Mold seams visible on front and back of pitcher.
- Material:
- Ceramic
Porcelain - Parian - Dimensions:
- H-10 W-7.3 Dia-6.7 inches
- Provenance:
- From the Rogers Collection -- a gift (and later bequest) of Josephine Rogers given in memory of her husband, Harry K. Rogers -- consists of a large collection of New Hampshire glass, parian ware, and other decorative arts. No history given for this object.
- Credit Line:
- Mr. and Mrs. Harry K. Rogers Collection, Gift of Josephine P. Rogers
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