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Measure Flagon

Medium: Pewter
Dates: early 18th century
Dimensions: 13 1/8 x 8 7/8 x 6 5/8 in. (33.3 x 22.5 x 16.8 cm)
Markings: Incised on top of cover: "I.T."
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 14.687
Credit Line: Gift of Luke Vincent Lockwood
Image: Overall, 14.687.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

Catalogue Description: Pewter measure flagon. Baluster shaped body, circular flat top with two concentric lines, thumb-piece of fleur-de-lis design, scroll handle. Initials "I.T." on top of cover. CONDITION: Several holes in lid and in the sides.

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