Vase

Manufacturer Saxon Porcelain Manufactory (German, founded 1872)

Region Dresden (German, founded 1710)

Datec. 1920

Mediumporcelain with enamel

Dimensions6 1/4 x 4 inches (15.9 x 10.2 cm)

Credit LineGift of Nelda C. Stark, 1981

Object number41.26.55

ClassificationsHousehold Accessories

DescriptionAmphora shape; flared rim; cream ground; white enamel and gold trellis design at base; white enamel swags at bottom of sides; oval shape panel with bow, crossed torch and quiver of arrows on opposite sides; enameled purple, green, and blue grape bunches on opposite sides; gold ribbon trim on body; gold, blue, and green enamel swag and scrolling designs at neck; gold bands at base, neck, and rim.

ProvenanceW.H. Stark [1851-1936] and Miriam Lutcher Stark [Mrs. W.H. Stark, 1859-1936][1]; by inheritance to their son H.J. Lutcher Stark [1887-1965]; by inheritance to his wife Nelda C. Stark [1909-1999]; gifted March 5, 1981 to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to The W.H. Stark House | 1. See 1921 American Appraisal Company Appraisal of Furnishings of the Residence of W.H. Stark Orange, Texas. Page 42 entry 3.

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