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Strainer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a silver-colored metal object titled "Strainer" by an unknown artist. The object is bowl-shaped with a wide mouth and a flat bottom. The bowl has a perforated design with small plus signs arranged in a grid pattern. The interior surface of the bowl features a decorative design with curved lines and shapes. Two handles are attached on either side, each with a curved shape resembling a leaf or a wing. The handles have a decorative design with curved lines and small balls at the ends. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The object is centered in the image and casts a slight shadow on the surface below.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1730–75
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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