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Cup & Saucer 1995-69,A&B
Saucer
Cup & Saucer 1995-69,A&B

Saucer

DateCa. 1805
Artist/Maker Derby Porcelain Manufactory (1750-1784)
MediumSoft-paste porcelain
DimensionsOH: 1 1/8", OD: 5 1/4", Diam of footring: 2 7 /8"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1995-69,B
DescriptionSoft-paste porcelain saucer with a flat circular base and straight flaring sides. It is decorated with scattered playing cards on a black ground. At the center, the Ace of Spades card bears the Royal coat of arms. A narrow band at the rim of the saucer and the underside is richly gilded.
InscribedNo
MarkingsHand-painted crown, over a crossed batons with six dots, over a script "D" in red-orange.

ProvenancePurchased from: Hunter & Margolin Antiques
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