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Porringer, with Unidentified "R.G." Touch

Medium: Pewter
Possible Place Made: New England, USA
Dates: probably late 18th-early 19th century
Dimensions: 1 7/8 x 6 1/8 x 4 1/2 in. (4.8 x 15.6 x 11.4 cm)
Markings: Molded letters on underside of handle: "R G."
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.229
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.229.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

Catalogue Description: Highly polished, round pewter porringer with flared, bent rim and raised dome in center of bottom. Attached openwork handle (soldered) in general triangular shape with crown form atop keyhole shape flanked by curling foliate forms. CONDITION: Good; allover scratching, spots of discoloration, and a few dings; handle worn.

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