Caudle cup

John Burt (American, 1692/93–1745/46)

about 1728

Object Place: Boston, Massachusetts

Medium/Technique Silver

Dimensions Overall: 10.3 x 17.1 cm, 0.3 kg (4 1/16 x 6 3/4 in., 0.66 lb.)

Credit Line Gift of the First Church in Malden, Congregational

Accession Number1991.498

CollectionsAmericas

DescriptionThis two raised and undecorated gourd-shaped vessels has a flaring rim. Two cast scrolled handles are affixed at rim and sides.

Marks Marked "I. BURT" within a shaped rectangle on base above center point.

InscriptionsEngraved in shaded roman letters "M+ Church Plate 1728" on base, with evidence of scribed guide lines.

Provenance1991, Gift of the First Church in Malden, Congregational.