Shape Type: Miscellaneous

Pattern Type: Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes

Date: 1810-1820

Dimensions:

  • Height: 1.50 in (3.81 cm)
  • Length: 6.75 in (17.145 cm)
  • Width: 3.00 in (7.62 cm)

Maker: Unknown

Description:

A pearlware infant feeder printed in light blue with the Two Temples II, Variation Broseley  pattern (reversed).  A nipple, cloth or leather, would be affixed to the tip.  Liquid would have been poured into the opening, then covered with a hand or cloth while feeding.

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