Miniature compote

Object/Artifact

Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Miniature compote

Entry/Object ID

SS.63.320

Description

Miniature, lozenge-shaped basket-form bowl with openwork "wicker" staves in two rows; the top row flaring outward and ending in pointed rim; similarly shaped bottom, on collared and molded pedestal base with rectangular foot. Gilded exterior with white borders on rims; interior completely white; In three parts, connected with metal attachment; Painted on underside in red: "3107A 3165B".

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Date made

circa 1840

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Transcription

See description

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

4-1/2 in

Width

2-1/8 in

Length

4-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 4 1/2 x 2 1/8 x 4 1/2 in. (11.4 x 5.4 x 11.4 cm)

Material

Porcelain

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: No chips or cracks; gilding worn from use.

Relationships

Related Entries

Notes

SS.63.319 - Compote - Similar item SS.63.321 - Compote - Similar item

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Sunnyside, Servant's Room #1, 1D