1996.154.4.a-b, "Peony" shape teacup and saucer with "Prairie Flowers" pattern, Josiah Wedgwood Factory, c. 1928, bone china, glaze, enamel


GENERAL DESCRIPTION  
In an early advertisement for this pattern, Wedgwood proudly announced that Prairie Flowers was the company's "first design from an entirely American inspiration." The ad went on to

1997.159.A-E, Oil Lamp with "Russian" pattern decoration, c. 1885, C. Dorflinger and Sons, lead glass, cut metal


GENERAL DESCRIPTION  
In 19th century America, large-sized, heavy cut glass in the form of oil lamps and punch bowls were the most labor intensive objects for manufacturers to produce, and consequently represented the pinnacle of a glass company's production. This particular lamp is unique both because of i

Pearlware


GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Refers to earthenware produced by Josiah Wedgewood from 1779, distinguished from his creamware by having a greater percentage of flint and white clay in the body and a trace of cobalt oxide in the glaze which gives it a bluish white cast.

Earthenware

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Earthenware is a porous clay made of earth taken from riverbeds, cliffs, and the ground we walk on. Its red color comes from iron impurities found in the earth. It is less durable than stoneware, and cannot withstand very high or very low temperatures.