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Porringer

Samuel Casey

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver porringer with one handle. The handle is on the right side and features a decorative, interlocking oval design. The bowl of the porringer is rounded and has a wide mouth. The interior and exterior surfaces show varying degrees of shine, with some areas appearing more polished than others. The background is a plain gray color. The porringer is by Samuel Casey.

Artwork details

Date:
1750–70
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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