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Object Timeline

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1942

  • Work on this object began.

1951

  • Work on this object ended.

1991

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

  • You found it!

Harlequin Cup

This is a cup. It was manufactured by Homer Laughlin China Company. It is dated 1942–1951 and we acquired it in 1991. Its medium is glazed ceramic. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mel Byars. It is credited Gift of Mel Byars.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 7 x 12 cm (2 3/4 x 4 3/4 in.)

It has the following markings

none

Cite this object as

Harlequin Cup; Manufactured by Homer Laughlin China Company (United States); USA; glazed ceramic; H x W: 7 x 12 cm (2 3/4 x 4 3/4 in.); Gift of Mel Byars; 1991-59-170

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