Fair Mount near Philadelphia. A blue transfer of a couple beneath a tree, a river with a boat being rowed by soldiers and buildings on the far shore. The designer was Joseph Stubbs (identified by the three eagles and scrolls/flowers on border.) View in the center is based upon a drawing by Thomas Birch, engraved by R. Campbell. Published by Edward Parker, 1824 called View of the Dam and Water Works at Fair Mount, Philadelphia. Water works were constructed in 1813.
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Soup Plate, Fair Mount near Philadelphia

Unknown (Joseph Stubbs, designer)

about 1824–29

Artwork Information

  • Title:

    Soup Plate, Fair Mount near Philadelphia

  • Artist:

    Unknown (Joseph Stubbs, designer)

  • Artist Bio:

    Britsh for American market

  • Date:

    about 1824–29

  • Medium:

    Soft-paste porcelain

  • Dimensions:

    1 1/2 x 9 7/8 inches

  • Credit Line:

    Wichita Art Museum, Bequest of George E. Vollmer

  • Object Number:

    2012.38.129

  • Display:

    Not Currently on Display