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Pitcher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1829

GUSN

GUSN-56495

Description

Silver footed pitcher with an "s" shaped handle, broad spout, and a bulbous body. Floral design.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pitchers (vessels)
silver (metal)
Vessel, Drink Serving
Pitcher
Pitcher

Inscription

"Presented to/ Capt. Thomas Bennett of the Ship New York/ by the Cabin passengers on her late voyage from/ Liverpool/ to express their sense of his attentions & skill/ New York 1st Aug, 1829" (Engraved on the body)

Maker

Richard, Stephen, 1802-1839 (Silversmith)

Location of Origin

New York, NY, USA

Dimensions

14 (H) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Clara Bennett

Accession Number

1930.761

Places

New York state (United States)

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