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Tankard

Benjamin Burt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal tankard with a cylindrical body and a domed lid. The body has two horizontal grooves, one near the base and one near the top. The handle is attached to the left side, curved and made of the same material, featuring an engraved inscription. The lid has a small finial on top and a decorative edge. The tankard sits on a plain background with a subtle shadow underneath. The name "Benjamin Burt" is associated with the tankard.

Artwork Details

Date
1763
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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