Ladle

1770–1800

Not on view

Saunders' name can be found spelled "Sanders" in most period sources and documentation. It seems he preferred this spelling later in his life, using it for all of his advertisements.

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Provenance

Title: Ladle
Maker: Saunders Pitman (1732–1804)
Date: 1770–1800
Geography: Made in Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: L. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Alphonso T. Clearwater, 1933
Object Number: 33.120.459
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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