Porringer

Porringer
Object name 
Porringer
Date 
ca. 1800-1850
Medium 
Pewter
Dimensions 
Overall: 5/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 in. ( 1.6 x 7.9 x 5.1 cm )
Description 
Set of three small porringers with beaded rim and rounded sides and pierced geometric handles.
Credit Line 
Gift of Katharine Prentis Murphy
Object Number 
1964.82a-c
Gallery Label 
The small size, basin shape, and unusual handle shape are noteworthy.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group