15 Star Ceramics
Fifteen star patriotic ceramics celebrated the fifteen states of the United States, including Kentucky as the 15th state. During the Federal period, these 15 star ceramics were produced at major ceramic trade centers worldwide, primarily in China and England. The 15 star artisanal ceramics were the finest in their day and highly prized for their spirit of patriotism and the quality of their craftsmanship. As we craft our artisan bourbons today, we look to the fine craftsmen producing items related to Kentucky and the 15th state during the period of the 15 star flag, 1795-1818.
15 Star Porcelain Cup, 1795
A 15 star porcelain cup, c.1795 from a set commissioned by Henry Smith, is the only Chinese porcelain to ever display the Great Seal.
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15 Star Chinese Porcelain Bowl
This fine Chinese porcelain bowl, c.1796 displays the American eagle with 15 stars. It is an example of early American market trade goods.
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15 Star Chinese Export Dish
This rare Chinese export dish, c.1800 is a fine example of Chinese export porcelain for the US market with the American eagle and 15 stars.
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Rare Staffordshire Tea Pieces
Possibly unique Staffordshire tea pieces, c.1795, display the Seal of the United States with 15 stars representing the 15 US states.
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Staffordshire Blue “States” Set
A rare 66-piece grouping of Staffordshire “States” dinnerware displays the names of the 15 US states with 15 stars representing each state.
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Staffordshire 15 Star Pitcher
An extremely rare, c.1795 Staffordshire pitcher displays a wonderful image of the Great Seal of the United States with 15 Stars above representing the 15 states.
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Martha Washington “15 States” China
In 1796, Martha Washington, wife of George Washington, was gifted a set of Chinese export porcelain ringed by the names of the 15 states.
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Patriotic Pitcher, c. 1795
This rare, painted patriotic Liverpool pitcher incorporates two 15 Star flags, as well as the Great Seal of the United States having 15 stars.
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The Mary of Newburyport Plate, c.1795
This plate, c. 1795, is part of a grouping of ceramics celebrating shipping. It features the masted ship, "The Mary of Newbury Port" with a 15 star and 15 stripe US flag.
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15 Star Child’s Mug
This rare child’s mug, c. 1795, displays a transfer image of the Great Seal of the United States with 15 Stars.
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