Cann

• Artist: Myer Myers (Maker)
• Medium: Silver
• Geographical Location: New York, New York, United States
• Dates: ca. 1770
• Dimensions: 5 1/8 x 5 1/2 x 3 7/8 in. (13.0 x 14.0 x 9.8 cm) weight (approximately): 403.73 grams (plus or minus .10)
• Markings: Struck on bottom in script, in conforming rectangle: "Myers" Engraved on bottom with monogram: "HRC", the R raised above the line.
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5Q12-LUCE, Unit 22, Shelf E
• Accession Number: 1999.24
• Image: CUR.1999.24.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2009

Catalogue Description:
Silver cann; pear-shaped body with plain, flared lip on applied, splayed, stepped foot. Double scroll handle with oval pads at upper and lower junctures, short strut at lower juncture and cast acanthus decoration at grip; forked scroll terminal below lower juncture.