Pitcher, Cream
- Object Name:
- Pitcher, Cream
- Object ID:
- 1989.057.006
- Creator:
- William B. Durgin Co -- Manufacturer
- Place of Origin:
- Concord, NH
- Date:
- circa 1925
- Description:
- Cream pitcher, silver, in Durgin's "Chatham" pattern. Helmet-shaped body with broad spout, attached handle, and oval-footed pedestal. Engraved on front of body in stylized letters, "D B J", with engraved pellets between the letters. Handle flat on top and arches downward to meet base of body. Thumbrest on top of handle. Narrow V-shaped design motif on rim and base. Rim also beaded. Remnants of gold wash on interior. Seam line visible on interior. Marks on bottom all stamped: cursive Durgin "D"; incuse "STERLING" sans-serif. Incuse "6", "5", and "0", and incuse "1/2 Pt."
- Material:
- Metal
Silver
Gold - Dimensions:
- H-5 W-5.125 inches
- Provenance:
- Part of a 243-piece sterling silver service originally acquired by and used by Robert (1880-1973) and Dorothy (1881-) Jackson of Concord, New Hampshire, parents of donors. Set includes flatware (231 pieces), a four-piece coffee set, two serving trays, gravy boat, pitcher, and two salt dishes.
Given "in loving memory of Robert and Dorothy Jackson and a tribute to the artisans of New Hampshire, from Sarah Jackson Doyle and Hope Jackson Garvan." The Chatham pattern was first introduced by the Durgin Co., Concord, N.H., c. 1910. - Credit Line:
- Given in Loving Memory of Robert and Dorothy Jackson and a Tribute to the Artisans of New Hampshire
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