Dish, circa 1680

Summary

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

Dish (Vessel for food)

Date Made

circa 1680

Creators

Unknown

Place of Creation

United Kingdom, England, Lambeth 

United Kingdom, England, London 

Creator Notes

Made in Lambeth, England or London, England

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

60.146.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Earthenware
Tin glaze
Lead glaze

Color

Blue
Yellow
Green
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 2 in

Diameter: 13 in

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