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The Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund, 2013.207.0 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Coffeepot
The Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund, 2013.207.0 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Coffeepot

Maker (American, 1781 - 1846)
Painter (American, 1800 - 1826)
Date1820-1825
MediumTinplated sheet iron, brass, asphaltum, paint
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width at spout x diameter at bottom ): 9 3/4 x 9 1/4 x 6 5/16in. (24.8 x 23.5 x 16cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionCrooked-spout painted tinware coffeepot, asphaltum base coat with red and green-yellow painted floral decoration. Hinged lid has brass pull.
Object number2013.207.0
NotesMedium Note: Asphaltum is a refined petroleum product that when applied to shiny tinware takes on a brownish hue. Bright paint decoration is normally applied over this bottom coat. (Malley 9/10/2013)
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