Title
Pewter Basin
Object Type
Creator
Date
c. 1790
Description
A pewter basin (American, c. 1790) made by David Melville (1755-1793) of Newport, RI. The circular basin has a very narrow rim and deep well.
Cultural Origin
American, Newport
Medium
pewter
Extent
2" x 5 7/8" x 5 7/8"
Collection
Source
Purchased by The Preservation Society of Newport County, 1996.
Identifier
PSNC.5568
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