Compotes

Object/Artifact

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James Monroe's Highland

Compotes

Compotes

Name/Title

Compotes

Entry/Object ID

2001.025.009

Description

These compotes are part of the presidential china group, 2001.025.001-.017. The white porcelain compotes were used by the Monroes during the Monroe presidency. The compotes feature a cursive gold "M" in a shield. They are trimmed with gold and include an eagle and shield surrounded by stars. The set was likely made in France around 1817.

Collection

Presidential China