Plate
This oval plate is in the pattern popularly called Westward Ho, although its original name was Pioneer. With its Indian motif, it falls into the category of realistic motifs of people or animals on partially frosted glass, such as three face, that was also made by the Gillinder firm.
Artwork Details
- Title: Plate
- Maker: James Gillinder and Sons (American, 1861–ca. 1930)
- Date: ca. 1876–86
- Geography: Made in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Glass
- Dimensions: 12 15/16 x 8 7/8 in. (32.9 x 22.5 cm)
- Credit Line: Bequest of Marguerite Raeder Laporte, 1991
- Object Number: 1991.26.3
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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James Gillinder and Sons (American, 1861–ca. 1930)
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before 1876
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