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Shape Type: Miscellaneous

Pattern Type: Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes

Date: 1807

Dimensions:

  • Diameter: 6.50 in (16.51 cm)
  • Height: 7.75 in (19.685 cm)
  • Width: 3.00 in (7.62 cm)

Maker: Unknown

Description:

A rare named and dated earthenware flask printed in blue with an unrecorded chinoiserie pattern.  It features a house near water beside which are seen two ducks, one diving, the other floating. Incised underglaze on the flask are three lines:  "July 14" over "1807" over the name "Thomas Osborn".

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