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Cup plate
Object name
Cup plate
Date
1840-1852
Medium
Glass
Dimensions
Overall: 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. ( 1.3 x 8.9 cm )
Description
Colorless pressed lead glass cup plate; circular form with edge consisting of one larger scallop alternating with two smaller scallops; silhouette of Henry Clay enclosed by stippled ring, and surrounded by scrollwork; on interior rim, pattern of flowers, leaves, scrolled motifs, and shield-like motifs (Lee-Rose 563).
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair
Object Number
1940.403
Gallery Label