Lot 283: TUCKER PORCELAIN PITCHER

Philadelphia, 1832-1838 The body of gilt molded baluster or "Grecian" form is painted on each side with sprays of polychrome flowers, the gilt initial "C" with leafy surround under spout. The neck is heightened with gilt raspberry vine, banding and a lyre. The handle is also painted with a gilt lyre device. Minor gilt wear, small chip at base of foot ring. H: 7 1/4 in. PROVENANCE: Note: The form of this pitcher can be found in the pattern book, Pattern of China, made at the China Factory S. W. Corner of Schuylkill 6th and Chestnut Streets from the year 1832 until the year 1838....." of Thomas Tucker in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.