Pitcher, 1842-1851

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Artifact Overview

During the mid-nineteenth century, American companies began to replace English manufacturers as the source of utilitarian earthenware. Potteries in East Liverpool, Ohio, dominated domestic production. Popular items included molded buff-colored earthenware covered with a mottled light and dark glaze.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pitcher (Vessel)

Date Made

1842-1851

Location

at Greenfield Village in Firestone Farm House

Object ID

60.118.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Earthenware

Color

Buff (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 11.188 in
Diameter: 6.188 in
Length: 10.75 in

Inscriptions

impressed on bottom: HARPER / TAYLOR & CO. / EAST LIVERPOOL OHIO
Pitcher, 1842-1851