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John Quincy Adams White House China Collection (1825-1829)

  • Writer: Historic Port Royal
    Historic Port Royal
  • May 30
  • 1 min read
John Quincy Adams (1825-1829)

  • German-made, Meissen China.

  • The set was brought with them to the White House.

  • Neo-classical design with sea monster (cetus) and open eye motif, symbols of profound change and the power of knowledge.

  • Also used Monroe pattern as state china.

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