Cream jug (part of a set)
This tea set is an example of work done by Paul Storr while working exclusively for the firm of Rundell, Bridge & Rundell, which supplied designs. The set is probably from a design by William Theed II (1764–1817), who was a product of the art school connected with the Royal Academy. He spent time in Rome and Naples before returning to England as a designer, modeler, and sculptor. From 1803, he was principle designer to the Rundell firm. The teapot is inspired by an ancient Roman hand lamp, the spout recalling the form of the wickholders, the hinged cover was added to bring the "lamp" into line with contemporary teapots. Everything about the set suggests massiveness and strength. The armorial achievement of the first owner, Anne Catherine McDonnell, countess of Antrim, is engraved—with two supporters, a "wild man" crowned with ivy and a falcon—and is ensigned with the countess' coronet. The McDonnell crest, separately engraved, appears next tot this—an arm bent at the elbow and holding in its right hand a crosslet.
Artwork Details
- Title: Cream jug (part of a set)
- Maker: Paul Storr (British, 1771–1844)
- Maker: for the firm of Rundell, Bridge and Rundell (British, London, active 1797–1843)
- Date: 1812/13
- Culture: British, London
- Medium: Silver-gilt
- Dimensions: Overall: 5 × 6 1/2 in. (12.7 × 16.5 cm)
- Classification: Metalwork-Silver
- Credit Line: Gift of Fernanda Munn Kellogg, 1974
- Object Number: 1974.379.3
- Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
More Artwork
A slider containing 5 items.
Press the down key to skip to the last item.
Press the down key to skip to the last item.
Paul Storr
Rundell, Bridge and Rundell
1813/14
Paul Storr
Rundell, Bridge and Rundell
1813/14
Paul Storr
1838–39
Paul Storr
1807–8
Paul Storr
1838–39
Research Resources
The Met provides unparalleled resources for research and welcomes an international community of students and scholars. The Met's Open Access API is where creators and researchers can connect to the The Met collection. Open Access data and public domain images are available for unrestricted commercial and noncommercial use without permission or fee.
To request images under copyright and other restrictions, please use this Image Request form.
Feedback
We continue to research and examine historical and cultural context for objects in The Met collection. If you have comments or questions about this object record, please complete and submit this form. The Museum looks forward to receiving your comments.