Plate with chinoiserie design
CultureEnglish
OriginBristol, Bristol, England
Datec.1750-1760
MediumEarthenware, tin-opacified lead glaze (delftware), cobalt oxide
DimensionsOverall: 1.6 x 21.8 cm (5/8 x 8 9/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionBristol plate, greyish glaze decorated in underglaze blue with central stylized flowers, bamboo and rockwork. The rim has three floral sprays.
Credit LineGift of Joan Clark, Q.C., from the Collection of English and Continental tin glazed earthenware of Thomas Henry Clark, Ph.D., F.R.S.C.
Object numberG99.9.29
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English Earthenware - DelftwareStatus
On view
