Tile
1757–61
Medium
Earthenware, transfer-printed
Dimensions
5 x 5 in. (12.7 x 12.7 cm)
Classification
Tile
Culture
British
Department
The American Wing
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair, 1942
Accession Number
42.197.20
Tags
About this artwork
This Earthenware, transfer-printed by John Sadler from 1757–61 exemplifies historical artistic production through its materials, techniques, and aesthetic approach. Created within specific cultural and historical contexts, works like this reflect both individual artistic vision and broader patterns of workshop practice, patron expectations, and prevailing aesthetic theories. The medium of Earthenware, transfer-printed required specialized knowledge developed through years of training, involving ...