Fruit Basket
From the state dinner and dessert service of Franklin Pierce (President 1853-1857)
Artist/maker unknown, French, for export to the American market. Imported and decorated by Haughwout and Dailey, New York, 1852 - 1853.
Geography:
Probably made in France, Europe
Period:
VictorianDate:
1853Medium:
Porcelain with printed, enamel, and gilt decorationDimensions:
7 13/16 x 9 13/16 inches (19.8 x 24.9 cm)Curatorial Department:
American Art
2006-3-80Credit Line:
Gift of the McNeil Americana Collection, 2006
Probably made in France, Europe
Period:
VictorianDate:
1853Medium:
Porcelain with printed, enamel, and gilt decorationDimensions:
7 13/16 x 9 13/16 inches (19.8 x 24.9 cm)Curatorial Department:
American Art
* Gallery 106, American Art, first floor (McNeil Gallery)
Accession Number:2006-3-80Credit Line:
Gift of the McNeil Americana Collection, 2006
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