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Nautilus Cup

Manufacturer (English, founded 1793)
CultureEnglish
Date1865
MediumEarthenware with majoilica glazes
DimensionsOverall: 21 5/16 × 17 5/16 × 8 1/2 in. (54.1 × 43.9 × 21.6 cm)
MarkingsImpressed Minton, cypher for year 1865 and 99(2)
DescriptionThe moulded cup is in the form of a nautilus shell, surmounted by a moulded figure of a naked female holding two trails of green seaweed in each hand. These trails of seaweed are supported on the exterior sides of the cup by six putti in relief, who in turn connect the seaweed to another naked female in high relief, underneath the front lip of the cup. The cup is supported by two tritons with intertwined arms, on a low base. Typical majolica colours of blue, brown, green, and soft mauve, along with flesh tones and clear glazes are used.
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberG16.18.1
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
English Earthenware
Status
On view
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