Soup plate

Object/Artifact

Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Soup plate

Entry/Object ID

MP.87.870

Description

Soup plate decorated with a pair of finches on a leafy branch and four insects: A wide rim and deep bowl on a slight foot rim; decoration consists of a gilt border; handpainted scene of birds in tones of green, brown, blue, black, yellow, orange.

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Meissen Porcelain Manufactory

Notes

Dates: 1834 - 1867 Date made: r. 1834 - 1867

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Transcription

Printed mark on verso: Pair of blue crossed swords.

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

2 in

Diameter

9 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 2 x 9 in. (5.1 x 22.9 cm)

Material

Enamel, Gilt, Porcelain

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: Normal wear.

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Montgomery Place, Breakfast Room