Soup Plate 1818 - 1837

This "Soup Plate" was created by the pottery partnership of James and Ralph Clews between 1818 and 1837. The transfer-printed design features a pastoral landscape, with a prominent tree in the center and a winding path that leads to a river. The border is decorated with floral motifs and scrollwork, a common style for tableware during the early 19th century. Now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this plate is an example of the Clews' popular and sought-after ceramic wares, showcasing their mastery in transfer printing and delicate design.