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Measure, Dry

Object Name:
Measure, Dry
Object ID:
1967.032.120
Place of Origin:
England or United States
Date:
1780-1850
Description:
Dry measure, in shape of a small porringer. Pewter. Bowl with applied handle. Bowl shaped with indent on bottom which is one inch in diameter and has concentric lines. Handle is flat, with a diamond-shaped center and scrolled sides, simulating a griffon. Handle is applied, linen marks present on interior.
Material:
Metal
Pewter
Dimensions:
H-0.75 W-3 Dia-2.4 inches
Provenance:
From a large collection of family and Shaker items of Ethel Rock Millen, Lebanon and Hanover, NH.
Credit Line:
Gift of Ethel Rock Millen
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