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Porringer, Unidentified "I.G." Touch

Medium: Pewter
Possible Place Made: New England, USA
Dates: probably late 18th-early 19th century
Dimensions: 1 3/4 x 7 3/8 x 5 in. (4.4 x 18.7 x 12.7 cm)
Markings: Molded letters on underside of handle: "I G [possibly 'C']"
Inscriptions: Incised on underside of handle: "I B"
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.230
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.230.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

Catalogue Description: Round pewter porringer with flared, bent rim and raised dome in center of bottom; two parallel incised lines around bottom exterior edge of bowl. Attached openwork handle (soldered) in general triangular shape with crown form atop keyhole shape flanked by curling foliate forms. CONDITION: Fair; bent / misshapen around top edge; allover scratches, spots of discoloration, and dings; handle worn.

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