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Tankard

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1750-1780

GUSN

GUSN-45217

Description

Delftware tankard with hand-painted green, red, and yellow hunting scene of man with dogs crossing river. Pewter base (flared) and cover with ball thumb hold.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tankards
earthenware
pewter (tin alloy)
glazing (coating)
tin glaze
Delft
Mug
Tankard
Tankard

Inscription

"From Browne House" (Adhesive tag)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

9 1/2 (H), 4 3/4 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick W. Bridge

Accession Number

1950.482

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