Additional Image:

Shown here is the reverse side of the cup with the full Conversation pattern.
Shape Type
Miscellaneous
Pattern Type
Commemorative, Heraldic and Historical Events
Date
1790
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 4.50 in (11.43 cm)
  • Height: 5.50 in (13.97 cm)
Maker
Unknown

Description:

A dated pearlware commemorative loving cup printed underglaze in dark blue in a line-engraved Conversation pattern with overglaze enameling in rust red.  The turned base and the cup's rim have been decoratively enameled in the same rust color.  The Conversation pattern is on one side of the cup (see below) and, on the other, is an oval cameo surrounded by two floral sprays.  The
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