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Urn

Object Details

Description
One of pair. Floral swag and posy decoration, cartouches with mythical scenes of figures and animals in landscapes. Bearded mascaron with faux bail handle in mouth in sculptural relief on sides. Creamy glaze.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Manufacturer
Olérys-Laugier Factory, France, founded 1738
Date
ca. 1750
Credit Line
Gift of Eugene V. and Clare E. Thaw
Medium
Tin-glazed earthenware
Dimensions
H x W x D: 48.5 × 32 × 27 cm (19 1/8 × 12 5/8 × 10 5/8 in.)
Type
ceramics
Decorative Arts
Urn
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