Compote

1875–90

Not on view

This circular compote is the most elaborately decorated piece of Union Porcelain Works table ware in the American Wing. The top of the plate is decorated in polychrome overglaze enamels and the scene is unusual for its French manner.

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Title: Compote
Maker: Union Porcelain Works (American, 1863–1922)
Date: 1875–90
Geography: Made in Brooklyn, New York, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Porcelain
Dimensions: H. 1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm); Diam. 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Florence I. Balasny-Barnes, in memory of her sister, Yvette B. Gould, 1984
Object Number: 1984.443.7
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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