Bust of Matthew Prior
Dateca. 1790
Attributed to
Ralph Wood
OriginEngland, Staffordshire
MediumLead-glazed earthenware (china glaze / pearlware)
DimensionsOH: 6 1/2"; OW: 3 3/8"; OD: 2 3/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1937-241
DescriptionBust of Matthew Prior with his head turned towards the right, wearing a red turban with a white band, turquoise vest, and a yellow and purple cape, raised on a marbled, waisted plinth with molding at the top and base.
ca. 1780
ca. 1800
ca. 1800
ca. 1811
1800-1827 (compiled); some 1726
1785 (dated)
ca. 1820
