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.