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Cream Jug
Marked by: Unmarked
Possibly by: Nicholas Sprimont (born in Liege, France, active in London) (1716–1771)
Possibly by: Nicholas Sprimont (born in Liege, France, active in London) (1716–1771)
English (London)
possibly about 1820
Object Place: Europe, London, England
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
H. 10 cm x W. 14 cm x D. 5.8 cm (3 15/16 x 5 1/2 X 2 5/16in.)
Weight: 292 gm (9 oz 8 dwt)
Weight: 292 gm (9 oz 8 dwt)
Credit Line
Jessie and Sigmund Katz Collection
Accession Number1988.1073
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsSilver
DescriptionThe shell-shaped jug has a fluted rim and spiraling ribs that are alternately plain or molded with shells against a coral ground. It is cast in two halves and seamed in the center. The cast handle is in the form of a dotted serpent with a pointed tail. The boat rests on a cast foot molded with shells, coral, and a watery border.
InscriptionsEngraved on inside of base, engraved 9=12; on inside of spout, 6-6
ProvenanceJune 9, 1948, sold by the Earl Fitzwilliam, D.S.C., at Christie's, London, lot 83. By 1973, Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz [see note 1]; 1988, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz. (Accession date: November 30, 1988)
NOTES:
[1] From June 25, 1973, until it was accessioned, this object was on loan to the MFA from Mrs. Sigmund Katz.
NOTES:
[1] From June 25, 1973, until it was accessioned, this object was on loan to the MFA from Mrs. Sigmund Katz.