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Cup and Saucer

Tucker Factory

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White teacup with gold trim around the rim; gold leaf design on the front; a single handle on the right side; sits on a short pedestal base; shown from the front at an angle. A saucer, also white with gold leaf design, sits below the cup. The items are not placed on a table but against a gradient background transitioning from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The saucer and teacup have a similar design with gold leaf patterns.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1838
Medium:
Porcelain
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
527 × 624 px
Museum record:
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