Porcelain Sugar Bowl Sherd With Gold Rim

This delicate porcelain shard, adorned with a rose motif, is likely from a sugar bowl or decorative dish. It speaks to the value placed on refinement and beauty within the cabin. After being analyzed by the pXRF machine, it turns out the bowl was glazed with lead and precious metals and the rim was covered in 23k gold. Items like this would have contributed to creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, reflecting the Women’s League’s emphasis on hospitality, shared culture, and a sense of elegance even in a rustic setting.

Elemental Composition

A pie chart showing the composition of the sugar bowl’s glaze.

Composition of the rim.