Mug

Nathaniel Austin American

1763–1807

Not on view

This mug features the solid, strap handle characteristic of pewter made in eastern New England.

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Provenance

Title: Mug
Maker: Nathaniel Austin (1741–1816)
Date: 1763–1807
Geography: Made in Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Pewter
Dimensions: H. 6 1/8 in. (15.6 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair, in memory of her husband, 1941
Object Number: 41.34.23
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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