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Tankard

Jacob Marius Groen

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver tankard with lid by Jacob Marius Groen. The tankard is made of silver and has a cylindrical body with a slightly flared base and a handle on one side. The handle is decorated with a beaded design. The lid is also made of silver, round and flat with a decorative edge. The lid is engraved with an ornate design. The lid is positioned at an angle, as if it has been recently opened or is about to be closed. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
1700–1730
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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