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Porringer

Josiah Danforth

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a porringer. Shallow, dark metal bowl with a wide mouth and slightly raised rim. A decorative handle protrudes from the top; the handle is pierced and ornamental. The bowl has visible signs of wear and a reflective surface. The background is a plain wall. The title of the image is "Porringer by Josiah Danforth".

Artwork Details

Date
1821–ca. 1843
Medium
Pewter
Culture
American
Dimensions
454 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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