Unknown (possibly French). <em>Flagon</em>, n.d. Pewter, 9 3/8 x 6 3/8 x 5 1/2 in. (23.8 x 16.2 x 14 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 45.10.193. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 45.10.193.jpg)

Flagon

Artist:Unknown

Medium: Pewter

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Dates:n.d.

Dimensions: 9 3/8 x 6 3/8 x 5 1/2 in. (23.8 x 16.2 x 14 cm)

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Accession Number: 45.10.193

Image: 45.10.193.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Pewter flagon with hinged lid. Body is raised on round foot rim; bulges into squat sphere in lower belly, then tapers to long, narrow cylinder neck, then flares out at top into pie slice-shaped opening with the point forming the spout. Two incised lines around top edge and one around spherical belly; molded band around center of cylindrical neck. Conforming lid is a flat piece of pewter, point extends slightly past and is curved over spout. A shield filled with stars is impressed onto this part of the lid. Attached strap handle follows serpentine line from tope edge to belly. Raised hinge on top of handle, joined to lid with thumb piece with double beads on each side.

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