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Syrup Pitcher

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

ca. 1872

GUSN

GUSN-6220

Description

Two-part mold with applied strap handle, pear shaped with incised floral vine pattern around mid-section; circular foot ring; Britannia collar and spout with hinged domed lid and warrior finial.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pitchers (vessels)
britannia metal
glass (material)
molding (forming)
floral patterns
vines
Glass
Britannia
Molded
Vine
Floral
PITCHER, SYRUP

Inscription

Engraved ""PAT JUL 16 1872""

Associated Building

Original to Rundlet-May House (Portsmouth, N.H.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

7.625 x 2.5 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Ralph May

Accession Number

1971.1180

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