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Teapot

William Kirby

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teapot by William Kirby. The image shows a teapot made of silver-colored metal. The teapot has a bulbous body with a rounded bottom. A short, curved spout extends from the left side. The handle is black and attached to the right side, featuring a distinctive curved design. The lid is domed with a small finial on top. The lid and body have horizontal ridges. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1760–93
Medium:
Pewter, wood
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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