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Architas Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177795)

Architas Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177795)

Oval, with molded border. Bearded head and shoulder portrait, in profile to right, Archytas (ca. 428–347 B.C.).

Basket, Lid And Dish (England), 19th century (CH 18634857)

Basket, Lid And Dish (England), 19th century (CH 18634857)

Small circular basket form with strap handle at top, circular lid, and circular dish beneath. Basket and dish with light blue and white checkerboard pattern, the white squares piereced with large circular holes... More

Bowl (England), late 18th century (CH 18349597)

Bowl (England), late 18th century (CH 18349597)

Circular, on raised foot, sides have basket-weave texture, inside smooth.

Bulb Pot And Lid (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349621)

Bulb Pot And Lid (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349621)

Four-sided, serpentine sides, front longer than back; shaped edges, scrolled feet. Cover set on angle, with five cups for bulbs and two piercings. Relief panels in front and two sides, with putti bearing garl... More

Button (England), 1790 (CH 18800763)

Button (England), 1790 (CH 18800763)

Circular steel frame decorated with twenty-four faceted steel beads, surr- ounding blue and white stoneware plaque. Plaque depicts two standing male nudes, a goat, and a seated female figure, all in white again... More

Charles de Marquetel de Saint-Denis Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177767)

Charles de Marquetel de Saint-Denis Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH ...

Oval, with molded border. Bust with head in profile facing left, of Charles de Marquetel de Saint-Denis, Seignor de Saint-Evremond (1610–1730. Slot at top for wire loop.

Chocolate Pot And Lid (England), late 18th century (CH 18349595)

Chocolate Pot And Lid (England), late 18th century (CH 18349595)

Tall, slightly swelling body, long loop handle, short spout; high domed lid with finial in the form of a draped female figure. Sides of body (lower portion) and lid with basket-weave texture; wide band top sec... More

Coaster, 1770–1780 (CH 18168265)

Coaster, 1770–1780 (CH 18168265)

Circular, straight-walled, with beaded upper and lower edge. Pierced with repeat of curved figures alternating in position and separated by small circular holes in groups of two and three.

Copy of Portland Vase Vase, 1850–1860 (CH 18186493)

Copy of Portland Vase Vase, 1850–1860 (CH 18186493)

Replica of Portland Vase by Josiah Wedgwood. Bottom also decorated. Public domain photograph of glass vase, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Cream Pitcher (England), 19th century (CH 18734875) (cropped)

Cream Pitcher (England), 19th century (CH 18734875) (cropped)

Low footed octagonal pitcher in gray-tan with white classical figures applied to each facet. All over Gothic-style pattern decorating body.

Cream Pitcher (England), 19th century (CH 18734875)

Cream Pitcher (England), 19th century (CH 18734875)

Low footed octagonal pitcher in gray-tan with white classical figures applied to each facet. All over Gothic-style pattern decorating body.

Creamer (England), late 18th century (CH 18349599)

Creamer (England), late 18th century (CH 18349599)

Slightly swelling form, short spout, long loop handle; sides with basket-weave texture.

Crew - Belt Clasp with a Female Making a Sacrifice - Walters 481770

Crew - Belt Clasp with a Female Making a Sacrifice - Walters 481770

The jasperware medallions showing sacrificing priestesses were designed by Lady Templeton and Miss Crew for Josiah Wedgwood's factory, Etruria. They have been mounted in metal frames with faceted steel studs, a... More

Cup, ca. 1780 (CH 18349939)

Cup, ca. 1780 (CH 18349939)

Cup that tapers toward lips. Short foot. Band of overglaze brown decoration at rim, with line at foot and handle.

Dish (England), 1879 (CH 18801217)

Dish (England), 1879 (CH 18801217)

Molded rectangular tray. Straight sides, angled lip, extended at ends to form handles. Reclining seals molded on handles. Interior glazed with three swimming brown animals surrounded by green waves.

Dish And Cover (England), ca. 1880 (CH 18806097)

Dish And Cover (England), ca. 1880 (CH 18806097)

A) Cylindrical hollow bell, straight-sided, flat topped. Molded with asymmetrical flowering prunus branches in brown with red flowers, green and brown leaves, and with clusters of chrysanthemums. Top of bell co... More

Dish And Cover (England), ca. 1880 (CH 18806101) (cropped)

Dish And Cover (England), ca. 1880 (CH 18806101) (cropped)

A) Cylindrical hollow bell, straight-sided, flat topped. Molded with asymmetrical flowering branches in brown with red flowers, green and brown leaves, and with clusters of chrysanthemums. Top of bell contains ... More

Dish And Cover (England), ca. 1880 (CH 18806101)

Dish And Cover (England), ca. 1880 (CH 18806101)

A) Cylindrical hollow bell, straight-sided, flat topped. Molded with asymmetrical flowering branches in brown with red flowers, green and brown leaves, and with clusters of chrysanthemums. Top of bell contains ... More

Dish With Lid (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18412077)

Dish With Lid (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18412077)

Deep oval dish with molded edge to receive domed cover with flattened ring on top. Overglaze painting in green and rose purple: border of twin ears of grain and green leaves between lines around edges of bowl a... More

Dish With Lid (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18412077-2)

Dish With Lid (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18412077-2)

Deep oval dish with molded edge to receive domed cover with flattened ring on top. Overglaze painting in green and rose purple: border of twin ears of grain and green leaves between lines around edges of bowl a... More

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-2)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-2)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-3)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-3)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-4)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-4)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-5)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-5)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-6)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-6)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-7)

Dish, Ladle And Tray (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18349943-7)

Dish semi-ovoid with raised ends, on elliptical foot. Tray elliptical, with flat marly. Ladle semi-spherical with curved handle and scrolled end. Borders of brown husk decoration, with dotted and solid bands.

Dish, late 18th century (CH 18349847)

Dish, late 18th century (CH 18349847)

Oval dish with scalloped rim in the form of a shell. Green enamel line and traces of gilding at edge. At center, shells and sea plants in green and black.

Dish, late 18th century (CH 18349855)

Dish, late 18th century (CH 18349855)

Oval dish wish scalloped border in the form of a shell. A line of green and traced of gilding at border. Center shows scattered sea flora in green and black.

Dish, late 18th century (CH 18349935)

Dish, late 18th century (CH 18349935)

Elliptical dish with lobed sides and exterior molded to resemble basketwork. Brown touches on basketwork edging at top and on foot. Grown grape border about edges on inside.

Figure (England), 1891 (CH 18429625)

Figure (England), 1891 (CH 18429625)

Standing female figure with American flag in her right hand and laurel wreath in her left hand, wearing a diadem with stars and leaning against a tree trunk, at the base of which an American shield with eagle, ... More

Flavian Julia Helena Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177831)

Flavian Julia Helena Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177831)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to right, of Flavian Julia Helena, wife of Julian of Apostate, Roman Emperor (ca. 331–363 A.D.).

Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus Titus Portrait Medallion, 1764–1780 (CH 18177773)

Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus Titus Portrait Medallion, 1764–1780 (CH 18...

Oval, with molded border. Head and shoulder portrait, in profile to right. Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus Titus (ca. 40–81) wears a wreath tied with ribbon. Slot at top for suspension.

Framed Plaque, ca. 1780 (CH 18391633)

Framed Plaque, ca. 1780 (CH 18391633)

Horizontal oval plaque of solid blue jasperware, with darker blue slip and white relief, showing three putti pulling and coaxing a goat. A fourth putto carries grapes. Oblong black and gilt wooden frame with cu... More

Henry II Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177815)

Henry II Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177815)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to right with crown, Henry II (1133–1189). Slot at top for suspension.

James II Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177809)

James II Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177809)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to left with crown, James II (1633–1701). Slot at top for suspension.

Pitcher (England), ca. 1879 (CH 18635879) (cropped)

Pitcher (England), ca. 1879 (CH 18635879) (cropped)

Ovoid jug, tapered inward toward circular foot and toward lip. Body moldedwith pattern of upright Japanese fans, joined at lip, and alternating with prunus branches and birds. Ground is white, fans green-brown,... More

Pitcher (England), ca. 1879 (CH 18635879)

Pitcher (England), ca. 1879 (CH 18635879)

Ovoid jug, tapered inward toward circular foot and toward lip. Body moldedwith pattern of upright Japanese fans, joined at lip, and alternating with prunus branches and birds. Ground is white, fans green-brown,... More

Pittacus of Mytilene Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177859)

Pittacus of Mytilene Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177859)

Oval, with molded border. Head of bearded man in profile to left. Pittacus of Mytilene, Lesbos (650–570 B.C.).

Plaque, 19th century (CH 18135625)

Plaque, 19th century (CH 18135625)

Blue and white Jasperware plaque, a vertical panel with arched ends, containing two female figures in flowing robes, walking to the left. Figure on right carries basket of grapes which her companion turns to see.

Plaque, ca. 1778 (CH 18391635) - Public domain photogrpaph

Plaque, ca. 1778 (CH 18391635) - Public domain photogrpaph

Vertical oval plaque, pale blue solid jasper body with darker slip and white relief showing a youth, nude except for drapery falling from shoulder. He stands in left profile and hold bowl in one hand. In black ... More

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-2)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-2)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-3)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-3)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-4)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-4)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-5)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-5)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-6)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-6)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-7)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-7)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-8)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349901-8)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349907)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349907)

Round plate with scalloped border resembling a shell. Edge with painted green lines and traces of gilding. Center shows shells in green and black.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349911)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349911)

Round plate with scalloped edges that resemble a shell. Green line and traces of gilding at border. Center shows shells and water flora in green and black.

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349911-2)

Plate, late 18th century (CH 18349911-2)

Round plate with scalloped edges that resemble a shell. Green line and traces of gilding at border. Center shows shells and water flora in green and black.

Poppaea Sabina Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177851)

Poppaea Sabina Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177851)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to right Poppaea Sabina (30–65 A.D.), wife Emperor Nero.

Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177803)

Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177803)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to left with imperial crown, George II (1683–1760). Slot at top for suspension.

Prusias I Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177789)

Prusias I Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177789)

Oval, with molded border. Head and shoulder portrait, in profile to right, Prusias I, King of Bithynia (ca. 237–192 BC).

Ptolemy II Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177845)

Ptolemy II Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177845)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to right, Ptolemy II Philadelphus, King of Egypt (309–246 B.C.).

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18404357)

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 18404357)

Flat, straight marly, decorated with overglaze maroon edge, maroon and green foliated and interlaced lines. In center of (a), warber-like bird with red wing, turned right; (b) with purple wing, turned left.

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 68765991)

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 68765991)

Flat, straight marly, decorated with overglaze maroon edge, maroon and green foliated and interlaced lines. In center of (a), warber-like bird with red wing, turned right; (b) with purple wing, turned left.

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 68765991-2)

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 68765991-2)

Flat, straight marly, decorated with overglaze maroon edge, maroon and green foliated and interlaced lines. In center of (a), warber-like bird with red wing, turned right; (b) with purple wing, turned left.

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 68765991-3)

Soup Plate (England), ca. 1780 (CH 68765991-3)

Flat, straight marly, decorated with overglaze maroon edge, maroon and green foliated and interlaced lines. In center of (a), warber-like bird with red wing, turned right; (b) with purple wing, turned left.

Strainer, late 18th century (CH 18344871)

Strainer, late 18th century (CH 18344871)

Circular dish, kylix-shaped, with pierced decoration in form of cross embellishment with diamond-shaped elements at end of arms and between them. Strap handles and in lead design, slightly raised.

SYP - Simple Yet Perfect Teapot And Lid, ca. 1900 (CH 18635431)

SYP - Simple Yet Perfect Teapot And Lid, ca. 1900 (CH 18635431)

A white porcelain teapot and lid that appears to be an egg shape. The teapot's handle is on the top half and on the other side is the teapot's lid. Below the handle are two small white feet off the side. The l... More

Teapot And Cover (England), 18th century (CH 18319039)

Teapot And Cover (England), 18th century (CH 18319039)

Of squat globular form with tapering cylindrical spout, loop handle joined to upturned and everted lip around circular mouth; body decorated with vertical stripes and one narrow horizontal band; circular lid d... More

Theophrastus of Eresus Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177823)

Theophrastus of Eresus Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177823)

Oval, with molded border. Head in profile to right, of Theophrastus of Eresus, Lesbos (ca. 372 –287 B.c.).

Tumbler (England), ca. 1900 (CH 18497625)

Tumbler (England), ca. 1900 (CH 18497625)

Round-bodied jug (a) with flaring lip. Body ornamented in relief with hunters in landscape, figures and trees white against plum background. Applied handle in form of dog. (b,c) Tumblers taper lip to base, with... More

Urn (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349581)

Urn (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349581)

Ovoid, with high looped handles and small cylindrical neck. On square plinth (b) with relief palmette decoration, and ogee foot (d) with leaf-molded edge. Flat cylindrical cover (c) with relief palmette and gui... More

Urn (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349581-2)

Urn (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349581-2)

Ovoid, with high looped handles and small cylindrical neck. On square plinth (b) with relief palmette decoration, and ogee foot (d) with leaf-molded edge. Flat cylindrical cover (c) with relief palmette and gui... More

Urn (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349581-3)

Urn (England), 1780–1800 (CH 18349581-3)

Ovoid, with high looped handles and small cylindrical neck. On square plinth (b) with relief palmette decoration, and ogee foot (d) with leaf-molded edge. Flat cylindrical cover (c) with relief palmette and gui... More

Vase, 1810–1830 (CH 18349615)

Vase, 1810–1830 (CH 18349615)

Vase in lekythos shape. Flat handle, beading about neck, small foot. Floral decoration in Chinese style of chrysanthemums and leaves, with smaller flowers in colors. Dull red bands on edges of handle and about ... More

Venus Plate, before 1900 (CH 18646465)

Venus Plate, before 1900 (CH 18646465)

Plate with blue transfer print showing figures and swans in a fantasy landscape. Scrolling border with a striped ground.

Venus Plate, before 1900 (CH 18646465-2)

Venus Plate, before 1900 (CH 18646465-2)

Plate with blue transfer print showing figures and swans in a fantasy landscape. Scrolling border with a striped ground.

Voltaire Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177781)

Voltaire Portrait Medallion, 1767–1780 (CH 18177781)

Oval, with molded border. Head and shoulder portrait, in profile to left, showing François-Marie Arouet, Voltaire (1694–1778). Slot at top for suspension.

Wine Glass Rinser (England), late 18th century (CH 18349933)

Wine Glass Rinser (England), late 18th century (CH 18349933)

Circular; two shaped ear handles with relief foliate decoration, and two lips. Brown banding about top and bottom, brown touches on handles, and brown crest composed of bearded man’s head with Phyrigian cap, un... More