St. Olaf College 3-D object collection ➔ Prime minister Michelsen pitcher
Earthenware/Stoneware/Glassware/Silverware
Usage: 1905 Single
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A ceramic pitcher depicting the head of former Norway Prime Minister Christian Michelsen in beige, brown, white, and pink. The pitcher interior is blue, with cracked and missing glaze. A beige handle protrudes from the back of the head to the back of the collar, where lettering reads, "Chr MICHELSEN". The maker's mark on the bottom reads, "SARREGUEMINES D3733", alongside a handwritten "13." Chips are present at the back rim and base.
A ceramic pitcher depicting the head of former Norway Prime Minister Christian Michelsen in beige, brown, white, and pink. The pitcher interior is blue, with cracked and missing glaze. A beige handle protrudes from the back of the head to the back of the collar, where lettering reads, "Chr MICHELSEN". The maker's mark on the bottom reads, "SARREGUEMINES D3733", alongside a handwritten "13." Chips are present at the back rim and base.
Storage ➜ On Display ➜ Rolvaag Library Reference Room
This pitcher was donated in 1969 by Georgina Dieson Hegland, a 1904 graduate of Saint Olaf College.
Christian Michelsen was the prime minister of Norway from 1905 to 1907. In 1905, Michelsen declared Norway's separation from Sweden.
Christian Michelsen was the prime minister of Norway from 1905 to 1907. In 1905, Michelsen declared Norway's separation from Sweden.
Hegland, Georgina Dieson, 1882-1978 (donor)
Faïenceries de Sarreguemines, Digoin et Vitry-le-François (creator)
Prime ministers
pitchers (vessels)
North and Central America > United States of America > Minnesota > Rice County > Northfield > St. Olaf College
Europe > France
Europe > France