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Pickle Stand

American China Manufactory

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White ceramic piece with a central stem and three flared, scalloped sections resembling seashells. The piece has blue accents and designs. The top section is the smallest and resembles a cup or candle holder. The three lower sections are larger and have a wavy edge. Blue designs include floral patterns and leaves. The background is plain white with a shadow underneath the piece. The title is "Pickle Stand" and the artist is "American China Manufactory".

Artwork details

Date:
1770–72
Medium:
Soft-paste porcelain
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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