Underglaze
Printing in a single color on earthenware and stoneware 1780-1820, printed and painted
Additional Image:
Painted underglaze in brown, the epitaph reads as follows: "Who lies here Why who do you think poor Earthen warecome give him some drinkWhat a dead man drinkA good reason whyfor when he was alivehe was always dryWilliam Mofs1796"The epitaph is framed with a decorative, hand painted border consisting of flowers, leaves and tendrils.
A view of the large jug revealing the various floral sprays that were added to the piece to fill in and enhance the early Chinoiserie design.
Shape Type
Miscellaneous
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1796
Dimensions
- Diameter: 9.00 in (22.86 cm)
- Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)
Maker
Unknown
Description:
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