Reproduction of a Miniature Porringer

1934.01.0090

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Reproduction of a Miniature Porringer   (1934.01.0090)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Materials T&E
  2. :
  3. Food Service T&E
  4. :
  5. Eating Vessels
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date Early 20th century
Culture West European?
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 12.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 8.5 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 3.1 cm
Weight 111 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Pewter
Manufacturing Processes Manufacturing, Soldering, Cast

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Mrs. F. L. Stevens in Memory of Mr. Stevens
Reproduction yes, The size is not utilitarian. Probably reproduction, since many of these were made in Europe during both world wars and sold as souvenirs to be used as ashtrays or other decoration. - Acc. card, n.d.

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