Pattern

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Source

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Source Description:

This image of the source print is taken from an engraving published, or possibly just re-published, in 1753 as part of a group of twenty engravings, by publisher Robert Sayer.  The caption under the engraving reads The Figure of Heaven is all Delightful--A View of the Temple serv'd by Eunuchs,

Additional Image:

Shown here is the large earthenware wash basin with a molded gadroon border printed in the same pattern. The basin is 14.5 inches in diameter and 5 inches high.
Seen here is a side view of the large wash basin printed in a border of large floral and geometric shapes.
Shape Type
Toilet & Personal Hygiene
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1820-1830
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)
  • Height: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)
Maker
John & William Ridgway

Maker's Mark:

Printed
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Description:

India Temple was a popular pattern and was also printed on Ridgway's toilet sets.  Shown here is a large earthenware wash jug and basin printed in blue with a molded gadroon border.  The jug's handle is elegantly molded and the pedestal of the jug is molded in a simple linear pattern.
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