Porringer

Possibly Richard Lee Sr.; possibly Richard Lee Jr.

Brooklyn Museum photograph

Caption

Possibly Richard Lee Sr.; possibly Richard Lee Jr.. Porringer, 1788–1820. Pewter, 1 1/8 x 5 3/8 x 3 3/4 in. (2.9 x 13.7 x 9.5 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 45.10.26. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 45.10.26.jpg)

Title

Porringer

Date

1788–1820

Geography

Possible place made: Connecticut, United States, Possible place made: Springfield, Vermont, United States

Medium

Pewter

Classification

Food/Drink

Dimensions

1 1/8 x 5 3/8 x 3 3/4 in. (2.9 x 13.7 x 9.5 cm)

Markings

Impressed in top of handle, in center: "RICHARD LEE"

Credit Line

Designated Purchase Fund

Accession Number

45.10.26

Rights

Creative Commons-BY

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