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Porringer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a pewter porringer by unknown artist. The bowl is rounded with a wide mouth and a flat bottom. The handle is ornately decorated with raised scrollwork. The bowl has a smooth, slightly worn surface with small dark spots scattered around. It appears to have a handle attached to the back.

Artwork Details

Date
1770–1830
Medium
Pewter
Dimensions
473 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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