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Epergne Basket

Dateca. 1780

Artist/Maker Leeds Pottery

MediumLead-glazed earthenware (cream-colored earthenware / creamware)

Dimensions1980-217,A&B: OH: 16 3/4" (including basket); OW (body): 13 1/8" ; W: 12 1/8" (at feet); OD: 11 7/8" (at feet).

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Laver

Object number1980-217,B

DescriptionEpergne central basket of cream-colored lead-glazed earthenware (creamware). The basket is bowl shaped with a squared rim that flares into four points. Under the rim is a band of incised or pierced decoration. The basket is made to rest on the top of the stand (G1980-217, A).
MarkingsNumber stamped in each arm receptacle

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