| Accession # |
45.10.33 |
|
Maker |
William Billings
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| Title |
Porringer |
| Date |
1791-1806 |
| Medium |
Pewter |
| Dimensions |
2 1/8 x 7 1/2 x 5 1/4 in. (5.4 x 19.1 x 13.3 cm) |
| Marks |
Impressed on top of handle in center: partially struck circular stamp containing "W. [anchor] B." |
| Inscriptions |
Incised initials on underside of bowl around flat foot: "A A" and "R A [C?]" |
| Credit Line |
Designated Purchase Fund |
| Location |
Visible Storage: Case 20, Shelf H (Pewter)
|
| Description |
Round pewter porringer with flared, bent rim and raised dome in center of bottom. Attached handle (soldered) in general triangular shape with fancy openwork.
CONDITION: Good; minor scratching around bowl; few spots of discoloration; gouge on edge of center of bowl corresponds to gouge on underside; pitting and small hairline crack in handle.
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