Pear-shaped Mustard Pot
Manufacturer
Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
(English, founded 1751)
CultureEnglish
Datec.1760
MediumSteatitic (soapstone) soft-paste porcelain with underglaze blue
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 x 1 15/16 in. (11.5 x 5 cm)
DescriptionA rare early Worcester blue and white dry mustard pot and cover of slender pear shape, the cover surmounted with a plain conical finial. Painted in underglaze blue with trailing sprays of flowers and foliage. Mansfield Pattern.
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Moore
Object numberG12.1.2a-b
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
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