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Tankard

Cary Dunn

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal tankard with a handle on the left side and a lid on top. The tankard is made of shiny metal, possibly silver or pewter. It has a cylindrical body with a flat bottom and slightly curved sides. A handle is attached to the left side, which is decorated with a leaf design at the bottom. The lid is round and flat, with an etched design on top. The lid is open, revealing a small lip around the edge. The background is a plain gray color. The tankard is by Cary Dunn.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1770
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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