Roseville Pottery vase replica

Roseville Pottery vase replica

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Description (Brief)
A green celluloid vase with a butterscotch flower glued to the front. The vase is in the style of Roseville pottery, which was known for its unusual curves, exotic colors, and mysterious shapes. The Roseville Pottery Company was started in Ohio in 1892.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
vase
date made
ca 1900
Physical Description
cellulose nitrate (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 17 cm x 8 cm x 7 cm; 6 11/16 in x 3 1/8 in x 2 3/4 in
overall: 6 7/8 in x 3 1/4 in x 2 7/8 in; 17.4625 cm x 8.255 cm x 7.3025 cm
ID Number
2006.0098.0883
accession number
2006.0098
catalog number
2006.0098.0883
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Celluloid
Domestic Furnishings
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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