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Porringer

Saunders Pitman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver porringer with an engraved name on the front. The bowl is rounded and shiny, with a decorative handle on one side. The handle features a floral design with multiple teardrop shapes. The engraved text on the front appears to read "E.M. Schorach". The porringer is placed on a light gray background, casting a subtle shadow. It is the work of Saunders Pitman.

Artwork Details

Date
ca.1800
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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