Spouted Cup

Joseph Richardson, Jr. (American, about 1752–1831)
Nathaniel Richardson (American, 1754–1827)

Federal period

about 1795

Object Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Medium/Technique Silver

Dimensions Other (Overall): 5.1 x 7.5 cm (2 x 2 15/16 in.)

Credit Line Gift in memory of Dr. George Clymer by his wife, Mrs. Clymer

Accession Number56.597

NOT ON VIEW

CollectionsAmericas

Catalogue Raisonné Buhler, 1972, No. 524

DescriptionThis cup has straight sides tapering to a flat bottom, a molded edge, small triangular spout, and a flat strap handle.

Marks
JR in rectangle on bottom

ProvenanceDescended to Dr. George Clymer; March 10, 1939, lent by Clymer to MFA; October 11, 1956, gift of Mrs. Clymer to MFA.