Pitcher, Creamer
Object number2018.155.2
Manufacturer
Knowles, Taylor & Knowles
Date1909-1931
MediumClay; Glaze; Paint
Credit LineGift of St. Francis School of Nursing Alumni Association
DescriptionWhite glazed ceramic cream pitcher or creamer. Circular, squat body with applied C-shaped handle and U-shaped spout. Painted gold band decorations around rim, body, base, and handle. Front of body has hospital name in gold paint. Flared base with circular foot. Slightly domed underside.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 2.563 x 4.688 x 4 in. (6.5 x 11.9 x 10.2 cm)InscriptionsFront of body at center has gold painted text "ST FRANCIS / HOSPITAL".
MarksUnderside has green stamped text "K. T. & K / S - V / CHINA. / P I H".
Historical NotesThis creamer was used during annual teas held by the St. Francis School of Nursing Alumni Association, as well as for gatherings in celebration of awards and scholarships. St. Francis General Hospital was founded in a frame house in Lawrenceville shortly after the Civil War by the Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis. Its School of Nursing was founded in 1901 as a three-year program. The first graduation ceremonies were held in 1904. An Alumni Association was formed in 1909. The Association established several awards and scholarships throughout its history, several of which remain in place. The school closed immediately following the sale of St. Francis Medical Center (now the site of Children’s Hospital, Lawrenceville) to UPMC in 2002. The Alumni Association remains active.
Related institution
St. Francis Hospital
Previous owner
St. Francis School of Nursing Alumni Association
Related institution
St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing
On View
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The Hall China Company
