Shell Edge 02, Sherd A
Shell Edge, Sherd B
Shell Edge 02, Sherd C
Description:
Even scallop with wavy lines. The rim is regularly scalloped rather than undulating (think repeating arcs) and sometimes has intermittent molded “buds” as seen in Examples B and C. The wavy, engraved lines descending down from the edge complete the shell motif. Found primarily on pearlware, sometimes on early whiteware.
Stylistic Genre:
Shell Edge. Select Shell Edge plus the appropriate color (i.e. Shell Edge Blue, Shell Edge, Green, etc.)
Cataloging Example for Sherd A:
| Stylistic Genre |
|---|
| Shell Edge, blue |
| Interior/Exterior | Location | Decorative Technique | Color | Stylistic Element | Motif |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | Proximal Rim | Painted, under free hand | Purple-Blue, Intense Medium | Shell Edge 02 | Individual A |
| Interior | Proximal Rim | Molded | Not Applicable | Shell Edge 02 | Individual A |
Cataloging Example for Sherd B:
| Stylistic Genre |
|---|
| Shell Edge, green |
| Interior/Exterior | Location | Decorative Technique | Color | Stylistic Element | Motif |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | Proximal Rim | Painted, under free hand | Green, Intense Medium | Shell Edge 02 | Individual A |
| Interior | Proximal Rim | Molded | Not Applicable | Shell Edge 02 | Individual A |
Cataloging Example for Sherd C:
| Stylistic Genre |
|---|
| Shell Edge, green |
| Interior/Exterior | Location | Decorative Technique | Color | Stylistic Element | Motif |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | Proximal Rim | Painted, under free hand | Green, Intense Medium | Shell Edge 02 | Individual A |
| Interior | Proximal Rim | Molded | Not Applicable | Shell Edge 02 | Individual A |
