Charger with Crucifixion scene
CultureEnglish
OriginEngland
PeriodCharles II (1649-1685)
Date1669
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (delftware)
DimensionsOverall: 7.3 x 35.5 cm (2 7/8 x 14 in.)
MarkingsInscribed with the date '1669'
DescriptionCharger with 'Crucifixion' scene, with the figure of Christ is within double borders. The rim has a wide band of scrolls and festoons in blue and light washes of green and yellow. The lead-glaze on the back is fired to a pink tint in places. The centre painted in blue with touches of yellow and light green.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.490
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English Earthenware - DelftwareStatus
Not on view
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ca.1729-1731
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ca.1793-1800
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