Pitcher, 1839-1846
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In the 19th century, when a useful piece of serving ware like a ceramic pitcher broke, it was common to send it to the local tinsmith who would create a structure or mount to keep the pitcher usable.
In the 19th century, when a useful piece of serving ware like a ceramic pitcher broke, it was common to send it to the local tinsmith who would create a structure or mount to keep the pitcher usable.
Artifact
Pitcher (Vessel)
Date Made
1839-1846
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
52.20.34
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Earthenware
Tin (Metal)
Color
White (Color)
Blue
Dark blue
Dimensions
Height: 13.625 in
Width: 9.5 in
Inscriptions
on bottom: VINTAGE / J & G. ALCOCK, COBRIDGE
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