Two Polychrome Enamel Pearlware Eagle Plates

Description:

Two Polychrome Enamel Pearlware Eagle Plates, England, early 19th century, early depictions of the Seal of the United States, both octagonal form, a soup and a luncheon plate, the central figure and floral sprays painted in dark brown, blue, and gold with olive branches in green, the feather-edge in blue, (minor imperfections),ht. 1 1/8, 7/8, dia. 7 1/2 in.

Provenance: The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University, Edward and Bertha Rose Collection of Ceramics. Sold to benefit the acquisition fund.
Estimate $600-800

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