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Pitcher

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Tall picture with oval section. Molded exterior to resemble tree trunk with prunus branch and blossoms. Glazed pale blue interior and exterior. Handle in the form of a gnarled branch.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Manufacturer
Holdcroft
Date
ca. 1870–80
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Marilyn G. Karmason
Medium
Molded and glazed earthenware
Dimensions
26.8 x 23.5 x 14 cm (10 9/16 x 9 1/4 x 5 1/2 in.)
Type
ceramics
Decorative Arts
Pitcher
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