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Teacup

Object Name:
Teacup
Object ID:
1940.016.01.18
Creator:
Worcester Porcelain Company
Place of Origin:
Worcester, England
Date:
1770-1778
Description:
Teacup -Molded white porcelain with clear glaze; rounded, fluted body with curved base, scalloped rim, applied scrolled loop handle, and short, straight foot. Blue ("dry blue") enamel flowers hand-painted overglaze around exterior and on center of interior. Band of gold enamel overglaze dentils around inside rim. Tape adhesive label on bottom, "M. H. Jewell." Made by the Worcester Porcelain Company. One of 5 handless teacups; part of a 22-piece set.
Material:
Ceramic
Porcelain - Soft paste
Dimensions:
H-1.9 Dia-3.1 inches
Credit Line:
Gift of Margaret H. Jewell
Subjects:
Flowers, Dentils, Tea
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