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Dolphin ewer butterboat

Manufacturer (English, founded 1751)
CultureEnglish
OriginWorcester, Worcestershire, England
Datec.1765
MediumSteatitic (soapstone) soft-paste porcelain, overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall: 7.5 x 9 x 5 cm (2 15/16 x 3 9/16 x 1 15/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionWorcester butter boat, moulded with dolphins and shells, decorated with polychrome overglaze enamels.
Credit LineGift of Norman B. and Cicely B. Bell
Object numberG99.2.27
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
English Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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