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Porringer

John Cluett Jr.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver porringer with one handle. The bowl is shallow and rounded. Handle is on right side. Handle has two scroll-like protrusions at the end. Interior and exterior surfaces show varying degrees of shine. Areas of tarnish are visible. Background is light gray. Object is centered.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1725–50
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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