Sugar Bowl 1823 - 1839

This sugar bowl, crafted by Joseph Stubbs between 1823 and 1839, showcases the popularity of transferware in the early 19th century. The blue and white design depicts a building, likely a prominent structure of the time, surrounded by floral motifs and a landscape. The delicate details and intricate patterns of the transferware demonstrate the skill of the artisans and the growing trend of decorative arts in the United States during this period. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the aesthetics and social practices of the era.