Shape Type: Dinner & Dessert Wares

Pattern Type: Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes

Date: 1810-1820

Dimensions:

  • Diameter: 10.00 in (25.4 cm)

Maker: J. & R. Riley

Maker's Mark:

Printed

Description:

Earthenware soup plate in a pattern used on many different shapes.  The pattern is known as Eastern Street Scene and is derived from the two source prints illustrated below.  The source for the three figures in the foreground is unknown.

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