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Austrian
18th century
Object Place: Austria

Medium/Technique Tin-glazed earthenware, colored enamels
Dimensions Overall: 4.1 cm (1 5/8 in.)
Other: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Gift of R. Thornton Wilson in memory of Florence Ellsworth Wilson
Accession Number62.960
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsCeramicsPotteryEarthenware

DescriptionWhite glazed, deep dish with slightly curved rim, blue and green dashes on edge and concentric lines. In center between flower sprays, head of bearded man over German inscription (translated: "Men become children at Old Age's door No matter if rich or poor.") Other side up, head is that of crying child. Cracked.