Commemorative

Object number91.20.1

Manufacturer James and Ralph Clews (British, 1818 - 1836)

Date1824

OriginEngland

MediumEartheware with ceramic overglaze

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard V. Nuttall

DescriptionOvoid platter with angular ends, blue and white transfer-printed with floral and leaf border and central panel showing the landing of General Lafayette at Castel Garden in 1824. Scene shows steamboats and sailboats, cannons and soldiers, building and 13 star flag.Dimensions14.625 x 19.125 x 1.625 in. (37.1 x 48.6 x 4.1 cm)
Inscriptions"LANDING OF GEN. LAFAYETTE / At Castle Garden New York 16 August 1824"
Marks"Clews Warrented Staffordshire" stamped in a circle pattern on back.
Historical NotesPlatter commeorating General Lafayette's visit to the United States in 1824-1825

Related person Marquis de Lafayette Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier (French, 1757 - 1837)

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