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Soup Tureen

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large silver bowl with a lid. Bowl has two ornate handles on either side. Three short legs. Legs and handles are in the shape of animal heads. The bowl has a textured surface with a pattern of diamonds and swirls. Lid is domed with a handle on top. Lid and bowl have similar textures and patterns. Object titled "Soup Tureen" by artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1760
Medium
Stoneware
Culture
British (American market)
Dimensions
600 × 442 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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