China collecting in America

Name: China collecting in America
Author: Alice Morse Earle

By Alice Morse Earle

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A concise historical and practical account of tableware in America that traces the shift from wooden and pewter service to imported English and Oriental porcelains, surveys types and manufactories, and describes common forms such as teapots, pitchers, punch-bowls, and printed wares. It combines provenance and production history with collector anecdotes and guidance, documents patriotic and commemorative motifs and presidential services, and offers illustrated examples and lists of notable collections to show how domestic habits, trade networks, and changing taste shaped American china use and collecting practices.

About the Author

Alice Morse Earle

Alice Morse Earle was an American author and historian known for her detailed explorations of early American life and customs. Her works often focus on the colonial period, providing insights into the daily lives, traditions, and social practices of the time. Notable titles include "Child Life in Colonial Days," which captures the experiences of children in early America, and "Customs and Fashions in Old New England," which examines the cultural practices of the region. Earle's writing is characterized by a blend of narrative and historical analysis, making her contributions significant to the understanding of American heritage.