Plate, circa 1700
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Large, decorative, late-17th century dishes, also known as chargers, were serving plates displayed on tables or in open cupboards in the households of well-to-do individuals. The chargers showed off the owner's good taste and wealth. While decorative motifs varied, popular themes included: royalty, biblical stories, and flowers.
Large, decorative, late-17th century dishes, also known as chargers, were serving plates displayed on tables or in open cupboards in the households of well-to-do individuals. The chargers showed off the owner's good taste and wealth. While decorative motifs varied, popular themes included: royalty, biblical stories, and flowers.
Artifact
Plate (Dish)
Date Made
circa 1700
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
57.22.8
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Earthenware
Tin glaze
Enamel (Fused coating)
Color
Blue
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 2 in
Diameter: 14.25 in