Physical Description
One earthenware platter rim fragment. Transfer print is grey 'Rhine', probably manufactured in the latter part of the 19th century.
Physical Description
One earthenware platter rim fragment. Transfer print is grey 'Rhine', probably manufactured in the latter part of the 19th century.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
Public Life & Institutions, Historical Archaeology, Royal Exhibition Building
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Godden Mackay Logan Heritage Consultants (GML), Department of Archaeology, La Trobe University, Australia Gallery, History & Technology Department, Museum Victoria, 18 Jan 2010
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Manufacture Date
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Context Number
J14//
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Site
Australia, Victoria, Melbourne, Royal Exhibition Building Western Forecourt
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Distinguishing Marks
Rhine is a common 19th century transfer print pattern that was produced by many potteries. It was one of the cheapest transfer printed patterns available in the 19th century.
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Decoration
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Colour
Grey
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Type of item
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Keywords
Archaeology, Eating & Dining, Royal Exhibition Building, World Heritage
