Syrup Jug
PewtererMade by
William H. Savage
(American, working 1837 - 1840)
Date1837-1840
MediumCast pewter
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width including spout and handle x depth at base): 6 1/16 x 6 3/16 x 3 7/8in. (15.4 x 15.7 x 9.8cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1988.143.2
DescriptionCast pewter syrup jug with a domed lid with a finial that incorporates a wooden disc. The lid is attached to the body of the jug by a hinge at one side. At the opposite side of the lid, there is a curved, triangular piece that covers the spout at the top of the body. The syrup jug is shaped like a mug. It has straight, tapered sides that are stepped out slightly about two-thirds down the body, and a flared foot. At one side, a cast, ear-shaped handle with a rounded terminal is soldered to the body. Opposite the handle is a short, curved spout that covers a trapezoidal hole in the body, immediately below the rim. The spout is soldered to the body of the syrup jug. Skimming and chatter marks are visible on the underside of the lid and on the underside of the syrup jug. The syrup jug is lightly scratched.
Skimming Marks: Skimming marks are concentric rings left on cast pewter objects by skimming tools. Skimming is the process of removing metal and smoothing rough surfaces by scraping the pewter object as it rotates on a lathe.
Chatter Marks: Chatter marks are radial lines extending across skimming marks on a pewter object, caused by vibration of the skimming tool.
Skimming Marks: Skimming marks are concentric rings left on cast pewter objects by skimming tools. Skimming is the process of removing metal and smoothing rough surfaces by scraping the pewter object as it rotates on a lathe.
Chatter Marks: Chatter marks are radial lines extending across skimming marks on a pewter object, caused by vibration of the skimming tool.
Status
Not on view
