Summary
This picture frame was excavated at Casselden Place in 2003.
Homewares.
Numerous crockery pieces were found all over the Little Lon site. Crockery gives us a glimpse of everyday life in Melbourne in the 1880s. In the houses around Little Lon, residents used decorated crockery. Most pieces were cheap earthenware or stoneware, yet provided colour and cheer. Only a few could afford to buy matching sets, and most china was probably acquired second-hand. Some were once expensive pieces. Householders mixed and matched their crockery from the great range of mass-produced designs available. 'Blue and white' and the 'willow' pattern, was the most popular choice and was produced by English potteries from 1790.
Physical Description
An encrusted metal picture frame. It is decorated with two columns on either side of the frame which join on top to make an arch. There is also a leaf pattern on the bottom side of the frame.
Physical Description
COLUMNS ALONG SIDE FORMING AN ARCH ON TOP
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Heritage Victoria, Industry Superannuation Property Trust, 03 May 2005
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Context Number
1.073
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Site
Australia, Victoria, H7822-1209, Casselden Place, 50 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
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Moulding
Elaborate
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Maximum dimensions
15 mm (Length), 69 mm (Width), 79 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation. Measurements include distortions. Actual depth of material is less than 1mm.
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