Dolphin-type ewer butterboat
Manufacturer
Philip Christian and Co.
(English, 1765 - 1778)
CultureEnglish
OriginLiverpool, Merseyside, England
Datec.1765-1780
MediumSteatitic (soapstone) soft-paste porcelain, overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall: 6 x 9 x 5.4 cm (2 3/8 x 3 9/16 x 2 1/8 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionButter boat moulded with dolphins and shells, decorated with polychrome florals on exterior and interior with green rim in overglaze enamels.
Credit LineGift of Norman B. and Cicely B. Bell
Object numberG99.2.31
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on viewArtist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1755-1757
Object number: G99.2.14
Artist / Maker: Jefferyes O'Neale
c.1752-1755
Object number: G95.6.1.1-2
Artist / Maker: William Duesbury I
c.1765
Object number: G95.2.5