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Tankard

John Will

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a tankard by John Will. The tankard is made of metal, likely silver or pewter, and has a dark patina. It is cylindrical with a wide base that tapers slightly towards the top. A handle is attached to the right side, curving upwards and then back down. The handle is ornate with a decorative scroll at the top. The lid is domed and attached to the top of the tankard with a hinge on the left side. A small lip around the edge of the lid overlaps the top of the tankard. The tankard sits on a white surface against a light-colored wall. A small ruler or measuring device is placed in front of the tankard on the left. A small label with text is positioned in front of the tankard, but the text is too small to read.

Artwork Details

Date
1752–74
Medium
Pewter
Culture
American
Dimensions
466 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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