Nuptial Preparations

Pattern Category: Greek

Object Type: Dinner and Dessert Wares

Dimensions:

• Height: 1.75 inches
• Length: 11.4 inches

Source: Greek Pattern Source

Description:

This pattern is printed in blue underglaze on an earthenware cheese dish with an ochre edge.  This scene shows Cassandra and Bellerophon being conducted to their nuptial couch. Below is a side-view of the cheese dish.

This pattern was introduced in 1806.

Drakard/Holdway Pattern Number P906-21

Impressed 4

Workman's Mark Transfer Printed 33 Brown

 

Greek
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Greek Pattern Source
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Dinner and Dessert Wares
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Blue
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