Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Platter
Object Number:
1961.235
Date:
1815-1840
Medium:
Earthenware
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 3/8 x 18 3/8 x 15 in. ( 3.5 x 46.7 x 38.1 cm )
Marks:
printed: in blue on back: cartouche with "DETROIT" inscribed
Description:
Dark blue transfer printed platter with central image depicting a harbor scene including a city, sailboats, and a steam- powered ferry; the border pattern is composed of large roses in groups.
Credit Line:
Gift of Dr. Arthur H. Merritt
Provenance:
The Dr. Arthur H. Merritt Collection of Anglo-American Historical Staffordshire
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
