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Cann

Thomas Skinner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver mug with a handle on the left side, handle curves upward then back down. Mug has a wide mouth and a narrow base. The body of the mug is bulbous and tapers inward slightly at the top. There are two horizontal lines encircling the top and bottom of the mug. The base has a short, wide foot with two horizontal lines. The mug is engraved with an ornate design on the front. The design features a large letter surrounded by floral patterns. The mug appears to be made of polished metal with some tarnish visible inside. The background is plain white. This is "Cann" by Thomas Skinner.

Artwork Details

Date
1737–50
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
555 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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