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Trencher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1750-1790

GUSN

GUSN-36662

Description

Round pewter charger with flat brim and deep well.

Details

Descriptive Terms

chargers (platters)
trenchers (dishes)
pewter (tin alloy)
tin (metal)
Dish, Serving
Platter
Trencher
Trencher

Inscription

"3" (red rimmed sticker)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 (H), 17 3/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Purchase

Accession Number

1934.636

Date

1750-1790 (Circa)

Places

Wellesley (Norfolk county, Massachusetts)

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Title Syrup Pitcher Accession Number 1934.608

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