Ron,

Basically, predicated on a little more reading and the comment 
provided by this list, it appears that "Queensware" is a contemporary 
trade term used from at least ca. 1810 - 1880, and probably broader 
than that.  Its use does not appear specific to any particular ware 
or decorative motif, but only generally to refined (maybe white) 
earthenwares.  At least that's my understanding so far ...

As some one else mentioned, despite the fact that it is a 
contemporary term, its non-specificity will preclude its use in 
anything that I write.  In fact, given its creamware association, 
which I grew up on, I think its downright confusing and implies a 
level of detail/analytical understanding that is not warranted.

Thanks for everybody's comments.
-- 


Mark C. Branstner

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