Pair of plates with amorini printed in puce monochrome
Manufacturer
Minton
(English, founded 1793)
CultureEnglish
OriginStoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England
Datec.1862-1873
MediumBone china, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G91.3.92.1-2): 2 x 23.5 cm (13/16 x 9 1/4 in.)
MarkingsOne plate with impressed "MINTONS", other unidentifiable marks and year cipher for 1875, number a6085 painted overglaze in orange. Other plate with impressed "MINTON" and three unidentifiable impressed marks, number A6085 painted overglaze in orange.
DescriptionPair of plates both with twelve shallow lobes in pairs around the rim. Each is decorated with a narrow turquoise band around the rim, and has a different puce transfer-print in the centre. One with a winged amorino and a bird cage. The other with an amorina wearing a large hat and carrying a basket. Both have gilt rims.
Credit LineGift of N. Robert Cumming
Object numberG91.3.92.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
Not on view
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