Stirrup cup
Dateca. 1790
MediumEarthenware, lead-glazed, refined, creamware
DimensionsL: 4 5/8"; H(w/ears)" 2 7/8"
Credit LineGift of Harry H. and Alma Louise Coon.
Object number1997-195
DescriptionStirrup cup molded in the shape of a fox's head with separately molded ears. Fox is decorated with tortoiseshell glaze in mottled gray on top and mottled brown on bottom. The fox is portrayed with the mouth partially open with teeth and tongue showing slightly. The edge around the opening is not decorated, but the rim flares slightly.ProvenanceBehar Collection No. 286.
ca. 1785
ca. 1780
ca. 1790
ca. 1830
1770-1790
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ca. 600 BC
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1780-1806