Title
Pewter Porringer
Date
late 18th century
Description
A pewter porringer (American, late 18th century) made by either David Melville or Thomas Melville of Newport, RI. It features a pointed flowered handle with delicate foliations. The Melville anchor mark is lightly pressed into the handle.
Cultural Origin
American, Newport
Medium
pewter
Extent
1 5/8" x 5" x 7 3/4"
Collection
Source
Purchased by The Preservation Society of Newport County, 1996.
Identifier
PSNC.5539
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