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Porringer

Josiah Austin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a silver-colored porringer with a rounded bowl. The bowl is positioned with the opening facing the left. A handle extends from the right side. The handle has a simple, scrollwork design. The handle appears to be ornamental with scrollwork. The object sits on a light gray surface with a shadow underneath. The background transitions from light gray to dark gray. The porringer is by Josiah Austin.

Artwork details

Date:
1750–76
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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