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Porringer

Samuel Vernon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver porringer with a rounded bowl and a handle on one side. The bowl is shallow and has a slightly flared rim. The handle is made of interlocking loops of silver and is attached to the side of the bowl. The surface of the porringer has a few scratches and marks. The background is a plain gray color. The porringer is titled "Porringer" and was made by Samuel Vernon.

Artwork Details

Date
1700–1730
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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