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Tankard

Andrew Underhill

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal tankard with a handle on the left side and a lid on top. The handle is attached to the body with two rivets and has an ornate design. The lid is secured with a hinge and a latch on the right side. The body of the tankard is cylindrical with a flat base and a decorative edge around the bottom. A decorative border is also present around the top of the base. The lid features an etched design in the center. The tankard sits on a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1780–90
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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