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Flagon
Accession # 45.10.119
Maker Thomas Danforth Boardman
Maker Sherman Boardman
Title Flagon
Date 1810-1830
Medium Pewter
Dimensions 12 3/8 x 8 1/2 x 6 in. (31.4 x 21.6 x 15.2 cm)
Marks Impressed on underside in center: "X" above rectangular stamp with "TD&SB"
Credit Line Designated Purchase Fund
Location Visible Storage: Case 20, Shelf H (Pewter)
Description Highly polished pewter flagon with hinged lid. From banded base with flat edge, cylindrical body rises and tapers to banded lip at top. Raised narrow band rings body about 2 1/2 inches up from bottom. Attached triangular spout with pulled mouth. Opposing attached handle in double S shape with ball terminal. Step-domed lid with urn-shaped finial fits over opening of flagon; scrolled thumb-piece is soldered to edge of lid then joined to hinge on top of handle. CONDITION: Good; allover spots of discoloration, light scratches and a few pit marks; spots of corrosion on interior bottom; bottom edge slightly bent on one side.