Title
Quart Pewter Mug
Object Type
Creator
Date
c. 1790
Description
A quart pewter mug (American, c. 1790) attributed to David Melville (1755-1793) of Newport, RI. The mug has a strap handle with a foliate thumb rest, a boot heel terminal and high fillet.
Cultural Origin
American, Newport
Medium
pewter
Extent
6 1/8" x 3 7/8" x 6"
Collection
Source
Purchased by The Preservation Society of Newport County.
Identifier
PSNC.5543
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