Bowl, Serving
Object number2007.56.12
Datec. 1845
Possible OriginEngland
Mediumearthenware; ceramic overglaze
Credit LineHeinz History Center Collection
DescriptionCreamware serving bowl damaged by the Great Fire of 1845; wide, deep, bowl shape, set upon a low ring or foot; probably press-molded, sides of bowl flare outward somewhat toward the rim, which is decorated with embossed repeating beading; the original white glaze is largely obliterated by a coating of scorched combustion products, which have left a pattern reflecting the straw padding used to pack the ware in a box or barrel, which was then subjected to the fire; this damage has provided a range of color, primarily brown and blue, with multicolor iridescent tones.Dimensions2.125 x 8.75 x 8.75 in. (5.4 x 22.2 x 22.2 cm)MarksImpressed maker's mark on base are illegible.
Historical NotesBowl apparently recovered for the Great Fire of 1845. Fragmentary paper label on base; (given?) "by Mr. James Wilson" (1)845 "Allegheny"; also: "S.H. Jackson Pharmacist Center and Rebecca Sts. Wilkinsburg, Pa."; this is likely donor information. Found in collection.
Previous ownerPossibly
James Wilson
Related person
S. H. Jackson
On View
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