Plate
ca. 1831–ca. 1835
Medium
Earthenware, transfer-printed
Dimensions
Diam. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm)
Classification
Plate
Culture
British (American market)
Department
The American Wing
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Bequest of Mary Mandeville Johnston, from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Edward W. S. Johnston, 1914
Accession Number
14.102.245
Tags
Art Historical Context
This elegant earthenware plate, crafted by the British potters Job & John Jackson around 1831–1835, exemplifies the vibrant ceramics trade between Britain and America during the early 19th century. for the American market, reflects the era's booming demand for affordable, beautifully decorated tableware that brought a touch of refined artistry to everyday dining. Measuring 10¼ inches in diameter, this piece from the Metropolitan Museum Art's American Wing was generously bequeathed in 1914 by Mary Mandeville Johnston. plate's standout feature is its transfer-printed decoration—a revolutionary...