Name/Title
TeacupDescription
This porcelain teacup boasts little decoration, though such simplicity was considered elegant and refined in the early 20th century. Based on the paste and color, it is likely English Hard Paste Porcelain, though this might be disproven under closer examination.Use
This teacup would have been part of a larger set, and likely offered to guests. It is of course very probable that it would have been for use by the denizens of the houseold for regular use as well.Context
Though coffee was considered the more commonly popular choice of morning beverage by average Americans by the 20th century, tea remained a staple among the upper class. The presence of so many pieces of porcelain found at this site testifies to the high class clientele the establishment drew in, as well as to the profitability of the business. While other Female Boardinghouses along Basin Street (such as Mahogany Hall) were larger and more widely known, all of them were successful and popular among the Elite of New Orleans high society during the period. As such, the evidence recovered from brothels such as 319 Basin speaks volumes to help better visualize the grandeur and success of these businesses, especially when compared to other areas within the same 13 block neighborhood.Collection
319 N. Basin St.Cataloged By
Alexandra River OsbournCreated By
anthropologyandsociology@uno.eduCreate Date
December 13, 2024Updated By
anthropologyandsociology@uno.eduUpdate Date
December 13, 2024