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Colonists used spouted drinking pots for the consumption of posset and other drinks. To make posset, various combinations of eggs, cream, sugar, bread, wine and ale were boiled, skimmed, and served hot. The low-lying spout was useful for liquids that had froth floating on top. This posset pot is decorated in a chinoiserie pattern that imitates Chinese porcelain designs.
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Title: Posset pot
Maker:
Lambeth Factories
Date: ca. 1687
Geography: Made in London, England
Culture: British
Medium: Tin-enameled earthenware
Dimensions: 6 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 7 5/8 in. (16.5 x 26.7 x 19.4 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Russell S. Carter, 1946
Object Number: 46.64.15
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