Cream Pitcher
SilversmithMade by
Beach and Son
(American, 1813 - 1828)
Date1813-1828
MediumSeamed silver body with a draw wire handle and die-rolled decoration
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width including handle x depth): 4 3/4 x 7 x 3 1/2in. (12.1 x 17.8 x 8.9cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of the heirs of Morgan B. Brainard
Object number1961.1.15
DescriptionSeamed silver cream pitcher with a rounded rectangular body; the cream pitcher bows down in the center along the long side. The cream pitcher has a vertical rim with a raised band of die-rolled Greek key molding. At one side, a tall pouring lip extends up and forward. The neck of the cream pitcher is vertical, over a rounded shoulder and a bulbous body. At one side of the cream pitcher, opposite the pouring lip, is an angular, ear-shaped, draw wire handle. On one long side of the cream pitcher, to the right of the handle, are the elaborately engraved initials "RW". The cream pitcher is supported by four silver, ball-shaped feet. The cream pitcher is constructed of seamed silver; the handle is applied over the soldered seam. The bottom of the cream pitcher is soldered to the sides. The cast feet are hollow and are soldered to the underside of the cream pitcher. The cream pitcher has light scratches and dents all over.
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