Pitcher, 1839-1846
THF174611 / Pitcher, 1839-1846
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Artifact Overview
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 Details
Artifact
Pitcher (Vessel)
Date Made
1839-1846
Creators
Place of Creation
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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