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Porringer

Peter Kirby

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a porringer with a handle. The porringer is made of dark metal, possibly silver or pewter. It has a wide, shallow bowl with a flat bottom and slightly raised edges. A decorative handle is attached to the top of the bowl. The handle is made of the same dark metal as the bowl and features an ornate design with curved lines and shapes. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a museum exhibit. The porringer appears to be an antique or vintage item, given its style and craftsmanship.

Artwork Details

Date
1736–88
Medium
Pewter
Culture
American
Dimensions
451 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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