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Coffeepot

Roswell Gleason (American, 1799–1887)
1840–50

Medium/Technique Silverplate
Dimensions Overall: 30.5 x 29.2 x 17.8 cm (12 x 11 1/2 x 7 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Elizabeth C., Elizabeth H. and Ulf B. Heide
Accession Number2005.1128
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsSilver hollowware

DescriptionTypical conical form with somewhat vertical spout, ear-shaped handle, and hinged lid with finial and convex horizontal bandings at lower section
Marks Stamped on bottom: "ROSWELL GLEASON"
ProvenancePart of the original furnishings of the Roswell Gleason House in Dorchester, Massachusetts; by descent to Mr. and Mrs. Roswell Gleason Hall; by gift to their granddaughter, the donor.