Image

RISDM 2004-89-4 back.tif

Clare Leighton

Lobstering Plate,

Description

Maker

Title

Lobstering Plate

Medium

earthenware

Materials/Techniques

Dimensions

2.2 cm (7/8 inches) (height)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Marks: The verso has a title and description of the image and has the legend,"LOBSTERING/ The rock-bound coast of Maine harbours a wealth of sweet tender crustaceans in its cold waters. The fame of the Maine lobster never lessens, for the industry is jealously guarded by the study fisherman, to ensure a continuation of the valuable harvest captured in his lobster pots."

Place

Place Made: England

Type

Credit

Mary B. Jackson Fund

Object Number

2004.89.4

About

Lobstering Plate
New England Industries

Marks: The verso has a title and description of the image and has the legend,"LOBSTERING/ The rock-bound coast of Maine harbours a wealth of sweet tender crustaceans in its cold waters. The fame of the Maine lobster never lessens, for the industry is jealously guarded by the study fisherman, to ensure a continuation of the valuable harvest captured in his lobster pots."

Place Made: England

Related

Use

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