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Cup Plate

Boston & Sandwich Glass Company

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a blue glass plate. The plate is round and made of translucent blue glass. The rim is decorated with a pattern of raised flowers and leaves. The center of the plate features a circular design in various shades of blue, with a raised image of a woman's head in profile. The plate has a wide lip and a flat base. The plate is displayed on a gray background, with a shadow visible to the right. The plate is attributed to the Boston & Sandwich Glass Company.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Lacy pressed glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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