

Ace detectives, such as Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, are always attuned to the surfacing of clues and new information, even when a mystery, supposedly, has been solved. This TCC database editor and detective shares that mindset, and was delighted when new evidence came to light regarding "The Uva Mystery." Previously, a blue transfer-printed earthenware tankard, with a blurry mark appearing to be the pattern name “Uva,” was closely examined and researched (Figures 1 & 2). After much investigation, all of the clues pointed squarely to the mysterious pattern being properly named "Alva" rather than "Uva." The pattern was thusly entered into the TCC Database of Patterns and Sources and the case was closed!
Rich with content for ceramic collectors, researchers, authors, curators, and historic archaeologists, the sites are sure to deliver value for their visitors. The exhibition’s curators continue to enhance them and, now, with site application upgrades, including a new magnification feature and upgraded content management capabilities, the TCC and its collaborators are pleased to relaunch these exhibits, all free to a worldwide audience.
Branded Patriotic America, debuted in 2014 in collaboration with Historic New England, and the Winterthur Museum
Launched in 2015 in partnership with the Northern Ceramic Society.
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