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Child's Cup

ca. 1860
Not on view
This mug formerly belonged to the New York silversmith William Forbes, who was active from 1826–1863.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Child's Cup
  • Maker: Albert Coles (ca. 1815–1885)
  • Date: ca. 1860
  • Geography: Made in New York, New York, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Silver
  • Dimensions: Overall: 2 7/8 x 3 1/2 in. (7.3 x 8.9 cm); 2 oz. 4 dwt. (68.3 g)
    Lip: Diam. 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm)
    Base: Diam. 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm)
  • Credit Line: Gift of William Forbes II, 1952
  • Object Number: 52.113.1
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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