Shape Type: Dinner & Dessert Wares

Pattern Type: Landscapes and Waterscapes

Date: 1817-1820

Dimensions:

  • Width: 8.00 in (20.32 cm)

Maker: Unknown

Description:

A handled, molded shell shaped earthenware dessert dish printed in blue with the pattern named Frigate II.  Frigates scouted for the fleet, went on commerce-raiding missions and patrols, conveyed messages and dignitaries, and filled in places in the line of ,if there was a shortage of battleships.

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