Historic New England

Bowl

A deep bowl with a foot ring, lobed sides and a curvalinear rim. It is hand-painted in underglaze blue with exotic tree and flowers in a bowl. There is a middle band of evergreen and berry chain motifs. There is a wider "onion" pattern band at the top. The exterior has four flower sprigs.

Date: 1880-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain, underglazing, ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50953

Accession Number: 1986.562

Creamer

Of squat bulbous form with a cylindrical neck and a pinched spout. It has a "C" shaped handle and a cylindrical foot ring. There is an overall mottled blue glaze with a green glaze at the neck and yellow glaze on the interior.

Date: 1900-1940

Maker: unknown

Material: earthenware, glazing (coating), redware, tin (metal)

GUSN: 50954

Accession Number: 1986.563

Cup and Saucer

A blue-gray cup (1986.565.1A) of cylindrical form with slightly canted sides and a recessed conforming footring. It has "C" shaped handles and is decorated with a medium blue band below the interior rim. The saucer (1986.565.1B) has a medium blue band about a circular flared rim. It is a shallow dis...

Date: 1955-1970

Maker: unknown

Material: earthenware, glazing (coating), ceramic (material), tin (metal)

GUSN: 50955

Accession Number: 1986.565.1 AB

Tea Plate

Of small form with a scalloped edge on a slightly canted rim. It has a transfer print of a wide turquoise band overprinted with a gilt ivy vine and a trefoil border. It has a gilt Greek key band on the face enclosing a floral medallion. The rim has a gilt edge.

Date: 1910-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain, gilding, transfer printing, ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50956

Accession Number: 1986.566

Plate

Of circular form with a molded scroll pattern at the rim. It has a flat, circular face and a cylindrical footring. The sloping sides and face are decorated with transfers (decals) of sepia-tone Chrysanthemums. Some petals are highlighted with hand painted purple and yellow. The rim edge has a gilt b...

Date: 1885-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain, molding (forming), transfer printing, ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50957

Accession Number: 1986.568.1

Dessert Plate

Each is of circular form with a scalloped edge, gently sloping sides, circular well and foot. Each is decorated with a gilt ring at the rim edge and a gilt ring of leafage at the edge as well. The faces are painted with fruit sprays.

Date: 1885-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain, gilding, painting (coating), ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50958

Accession Number: 1986.569.1-3

Dessert Plate

Of circular form with a slightly scalloped edge, gently sloping rim, circular face and a cylindrical footring. The face is hand painted with a plum and pear and leafage in polychrome within a gilt line reserve. The rim is banded in bright blue and enclosed by black and gold spinstriping.

Date: 1870-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: bone china, painting (coating), porcelain, ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50959

Accession Number: 1986.570

Dinner Plate

Of circular form, molded with a bell-flower wreath edge on a gadrooned rim sloping to circular face. The plate transfer is printed in red with a scene of Brooks House at Groton School.

Date: 1950-1960

Maker: Josiah Wedgwood & Sons (Maker)

Material: creamware, molding (forming), transfer printing, ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50960

Accession Number: 1986.571.1

Pitcher

Of uncolored glass with a pinched spout and a pear-shaped body with a applied "C" shaped handle and a circular molded silver base.

Date: 1940-1970

Maker: unknown

Material: glassblowing, glass (material), molding (forming), silver (metal), plate (material)

GUSN: 50961

Accession Number: 1986.572.1

Trivet

Of round form with a pierced fretwork/oriental latice center, within a floral patterned rim. It is raised on four ball feet.

Date: 1920-1960

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy)

GUSN: 50962

Accession Number: 1986.573

Commemorative Plate

Of circular form, in a cream tone with a fluted rim with gilt edging. The face has a polychrome transfer of the Newbury marsh view and salt hay bales. Above are crossed flags and an inscription, and a black circular reserve enclosing the Newbury town seal.

Date: 1940-1960

Maker: Worldwide Art Studios (Maker)

Material: earthenware, gilding, glazing (coating), molding (forming), transfer printing, ceramic (material), tin (metal)

GUSN: 50963

Accession Number: 1986.574

Ice Bucket and Cover

It has a circular, slightly domed cover with an urn-shaped finial on a cylindrical base with a with band at the rim and two straped cast handles.

Date: 1940-1970

Maker: Pyrex (Maker)

Material: glass (material), molding (forming), silver (metal), plate (material)

GUSN: 50964

Accession Number: 1986.575AB

Butter/Jelly Dish

Each is of circular form with undulating rims, molded basket-weave patterned, sloping sides and a circular face. The rims, sides and face are painted with various flowers.

Date: 1940-1960

Maker: Herend (Maker)

Material: molding (forming), painting (coating), porcelain, ceramic (material)

GUSN: 50966

Accession Number: 1986.576.1-6

Tray

Circular tray with deep well. Grapevine in pattern high relief around rim. Face of tray is densely inscribed with a scroll and floral pattern centering on a shaped reserve.

Date: 1900-1940

Maker: unknown

Material: incising, silver (metal), plate (material)

GUSN: 50972

Accession Number: 1986.577

Tea bowl

Part of ironstone tea set w/ transfer-print black decoration in Chinoiserie-style pagoda and floral pattern w/ Gothic-revival lambrequin-like border; molded and faceted.

Date: 1835-1850

Maker: William Adams & Sons (Maker)

Material: ironstone (pottery), lead glaze, molding (forming), transfer printing

GUSN: 50973

Accession Number: 1986.578.1

Cup and Saucer

Cream colored w/ swag border in relief.

Date: ca. 1915

Maker: Wedgwood (Maker)

Material: creamware, earthenware, glazing (coating), tin (metal)

GUSN: 50975

Accession Number: 1986.580.1AB

Cake Dish

Of rectangular form with shaped corners, a molded beaded scroll and floriform tab handles at each end. There are sloping sides to the rectangular face that is painted in polychrome with a branch of flowering margnolia(?) and a rectangular reserve with hand-painted scene of a young woman walking in a...

Date: 1880-1890

Maker: Hanland, Charles Field, Mr. (Maker)

Material: porcelain, earthenware, molding (forming), painting (coating)

GUSN: 50976

Accession Number: 1986.582

Inkwell

Dome shaped colorless glass body with a polished pontil and pewter collar at small circular mouth.

Date: 1840-1860

Maker: unknown

Material: glassblowing, glass (material), pewter (tin alloy), tin (metal)

GUSN: 50977

Accession Number: 1986.583

Inkwell

Of cylindrical wood form, incised with two bands around the mid-section. It is painted black and has a uncolored glass liner inset at the center.

Date: 1820-1860

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), painting (coating), turning (shaping process), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 50978

Accession Number: 1986.585

Wine Glass

Each is of colorless glass and has a conical cup with a flaring rim on a "spool turned" shaped stem and a circular pot. Modified 18th century form.

Date: 1890-1930

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), molding (forming)

GUSN: 50979

Accession Number: 1986.586.1-4

Tumbler

Of colorless glass, with a cylindrical form with a flaring rim, tapering waist that flares to a flat circular base. One inch below the rim is etched, a band of interlocking circles and lines.

Date: 1900-1930

Maker: unknown

Material: etching (corroding), etching (printing process), glass (material)

GUSN: 50980

Accession Number: 1986.587.1-5

Bowl

Colorless glass of squat, rounded form with a wide scalloped rim on lobed and paneled sides. It has a flat base molded with a sunburst pattern.

Date: 1910-1930

Maker: A. H. Heisey & Co. (Maker)

Material: glass (material), molding (forming)

GUSN: 50981

Accession Number: 1986.589

Cordial Glass

Of a three part, colorless glass, goblet form with a tulip shaped cup. It has a plain band at the trim over a diagonal bead and raised stripe pattern. There is a twisting reeded stem and flat circular foot.

Date: 1870-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), molding (forming), pressing

GUSN: 50982

Accession Number: 1986.590.1

Cordial Glass

Of colorless glass with of a three part deep tulip shaped cup. It is patterned on the lower half with faceted diamonds and fan motif on a paneled "waisted" stem and a circular foot.

Date: 1860-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), molding (forming)

GUSN: 50983

Accession Number: 1986.592

Cordial Glass

Of colorless glass with a deep tulip shaped cup. It is patterned on the lower 2/3's with a "honeycomb" design on a paneled stem and circular foot.

Date: 1880-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), molding (forming), pressing

GUSN: 50984

Accession Number: 1986.593

Cordial Glass

Of colorless glass, of a three part deep tulip shaped cup. It is patterned at the lower half with bands of darts and "tear drops" on a pedestal shaped stem and circular foot.

Date: 1870-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material), molding (forming)

GUSN: 50985

Accession Number: 1986.594

Tumbler

Each is of green transparent glass in cylindrical form. The sides are patterned with swirling ribs that taper from the mouth to a narrower base. There is a pontil mark at the base bottom.

Date: 1900-1950

Maker: unknown

Material: glassblowing, glass (material)

GUSN: 50986

Accession Number: 1986.595.1-5

Pitcher

Of blue green transparent glass, with a rolled rim on a circular mouth and a small pinched spout on a flaring cylindrical neck. It has rounded shoulders and a squat tapering body. The neck and body is patterned with swirling ribs and it has an applied "C" shape handle.

Date: 1900-1950

Maker: unknown

Material: glassblowing, glass (material)

GUSN: 50987

Accession Number: 1986.596

Tray

Of oval form with a molded rim. It is painted black and stenciled on the face with a basket of polychrome fruit. The molded rim is stenciled with gilt medallions and the edge is striped in gilt.

Date: 1825-1880

Maker: unknown

Material: gilding, painting (coating), stenciling, tin (metal)

GUSN: 50988

Accession Number: 1986.597

Charger

Of circular form with a single bead edge on a slightly dished rim, with sloping sides to the face.

Date: 1740-1800

Maker: unknown

Material: pewter (tin alloy), tin (metal)

GUSN: 50989

Accession Number: 1986.600

Knife Rest

Comprised of two full bodied figures of hunting dogs, that are in a pointing position on elongated octagonal bases. They are connected by a single rod soldered to their backs.

Date: 1890-1910

Maker: Wilcox Silver Plate Co. (Maker)

Material: silver (metal), plate (material), soldering

GUSN: 50990

Accession Number: 1986.601

Serving Fork

A deep circular bowl with five thick tines and a shaped undulating edge. The handle has an upturned roun tip.

Date: 1900-1920

Maker: Towle Silversmiths (Maker)

Material: silver (metal), plate (material)

GUSN: 50991

Accession Number: 1986.602

Carving Knife

Handles of natural, varigated horn and a steel cap at the tip, silver ring at the neck patterned with an egg and dart motif. Shaped knife blade.

Date: 1870-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: lip-vibrated aerophones with conical bore: with valves, horn (animal material), silver (metal), steel (alloy)

GUSN: 50992

Accession Number: 1986.604.1

Dinner Fork

Fiddle-shaped molded handles, with beaded and scrolled sides. There is a lobed crest enclosing a shaped reserve, with engraved initials on a tapering shaped stem, that is molded in scrolls and an incised line along the edge. The back of the handle is molded with corresponding scrolls and crossed scr...

Date: 1880-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: silver (metal), plate (material)

GUSN: 50993

Accession Number: 1986.605.1

Teaspoon

Each has an egg-shaped bowl with a leaf and grape spray on the back tapering handle stem. They are incised with a line along the edge and ornamented with a circular medallion with a flowerhead at mid-point. They have a shaped handle with molded scrolled edges, and a leaf and grape spray at the front...

Date: 1860-1880

Maker: Farrington & Hunnewell (Maker)

Material: silver (metal), plate (material)

GUSN: 50994

Accession Number: 1986.606.1

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 350-B

The image shows a partially demolished building that once housed the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, as observed on February 1, 1911. The structure is visibly in the process of being taken down, with debris scattered around and large sections of the exterior wall missing. In front of the building, th...

Date: 1911-02-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391506

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.350-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Northwest Corner, 351-B

The image shows the demolition progress of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, focusing on the northwest corner. Visible are partially dismantled sections of the building with some architectural elements still intact, such as arched windows and structural walls. There are construction materials and d...

Date: 1911-02-25

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391507

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.351-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Northwest Corner, 352-B

The image shows the northwest corner of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston during its demolition in 1911. Visible are sections of the building partially dismantled, including arched windows and decorative elements. Construction materials and equipment are present, and a sign on the site indicates the...

Date: 1911-02-25

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391508

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.352-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Northwest Corner, 353-B

The image shows the progress of the demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, dated March 1, 1911, focusing on its northwest corner. The structure appears partially demolished, with significant portions of the building facade and architectural details still visible. Workers and construction d...

Date: 1911-03-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391509

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.353-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 354-B

The image depicts the demolition progress of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, as of March 1, 1911. It shows a partially demolished building with construction debris scattered around. Several structures, including buildings in the background, are visible, and there are a few people working or stand...

Date: 1911-03-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391510

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.354-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Northwest Corner, 355-B

The image shows the partial demolition of the Northwest Corner of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Some sections of the building remain intact while others are in various stages of being torn down, with visible debris scattered around. A sign on the building indicates that Robert Pierce & Son, wit...

Date: 1911-03-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391511

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.355-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 356-B

The image depicts the demolition progress of the old Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The scene shows partially dismantled buildings, with exposed walls and structural elements, surrounded by debris and construction materials. Scaffolding and poles are visible, indicating active demolition work.

Date: 1911-03-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391512

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.356-B

Progress of Demolition of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 357-B

The image depicts the demolition progress of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. In the foreground, there is debris scattered across the site, with construction materials and a few carts visible. Behind the demolished area, a prominent building with a large church-like structure and a multi-story res...

Date: 1911-03-14

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391513

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.357-B

Excavation for New Hotel Copley Plaza, 358-B

The image captures an excavation site for the New Hotel Copley Plaza. Visible are workers in the foreground engaged in excavation activities, with tools and horses in use for the work. In the background, there is a church and several multi-story buildings, including one with ornate architectural det...

Date: 1911-03-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391514

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.358-B

The Copley Plaza Hotel, 359-B

The image depicts the exterior of The Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. The hotel is a grand multi-story building with a rounded corner and numerous windows. People are visible walking along the street and a few early automobiles and a streetcar are present. The American flag is flying at...

Date: 1912-09-28

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391515

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.359-B

The Copley Plaza Hotel, 360-B

The image depicts the Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a large, multi-story structure with a flag flying on top. Several automobiles are parked in front of the hotel, and people are visible on the sidewalk. The foreground shows an expanse of grass.

Date: 1912-09-28

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391516

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.360-B

Second Church, 361-B

The image shows a Gothic-style church, identified as the Second Church, with its exterior covered in ivy. The building features pointed arch windows and doorways, along with a cross at the top of the facade. Surrounding the church are other city buildings, with one displaying signage for "ALCO" and ...

Date: 1912-05-04

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391517

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.361-B

Second Church, Last End of Transept, 362-B

The image shows the east end of the transept in the Second Church in Boston. Rows of wooden pews fill the foreground, leading to a wall with three Gothic-style windows. Above the windows, framed plaques are visible. Two elaborate chandeliers hang from the high ceiling.

Date: 1912-05-04

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391518

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.362-B

Second Church, West Side of Chapel, 363-B

The image depicts the interior of the Second Church, specifically the west side of the chapel. The room features wooden chairs arranged in rows facing a small podium. The walls are adorned with framed inscriptions and there are two wall sconces with multiple bulbs. The space includes wooden paneling...

Date: 1912-05-04

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391519

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.363-B

Second Church, Ladies Parlor, 364-B

The image depicts the Ladies Parlor of the Second Church. The room features a large, ornate ceiling with a central decorative chandelier. There is a covered grand piano on the left side, along with various chairs and a table. A prominent fireplace with a mirror and framed photographs or artwork abov...

Date: 1912-05-04

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391520

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.364-B

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