Collection Highlights
Drawing by Sargeant: Figure Studies after Tintoretto's "Worship of the Golden Calf"; verso: sketch of a horse-drawn carriage and a more finished study of a horse
c. 1874
1935.85.2.24
Graphite on ivory paper, formerly mounted on a page of James Carroll Beckwith Album 1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Dish
Object name
Dish
Date
1820-1840
Medium
Earthenware
Dimensions
Overall: 1 7/8 x 8 7/8 x 6 3/8 in. ( 4.8 x 22.5 x 16.2 cm )
Description
Dark blue rectangular/octagonal transfer printed serving dish with central image depicting river scene with table-shaped cliffs and mountains in the background; a small steamer is in the river, and there are trees and seated figures in the foreground; the border pattern is composed of shells and has a regular center.
Object Number
INV.14372a
Marks
impressed: on back: medallion with American eagle at center reading "E.WOOD & SONS BURSLEM WARRANTED"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
