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Three dessert spoons

Probably by John Pittar
mid-18th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Three dessert spoons
  • Maker: Probably by John Pittar (entered 1778)
  • Date: mid-18th century
  • Culture: Irish, Dublin
  • Medium: Silver gilt
  • Dimensions: Length (.7): 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm);
    Length (.8): 6 5/16 in. (16 cm);
    Length (.9): 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork-Silver
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Anonymous Gift, by exchange, 1988
  • Object Number: 1988.84.7–.9
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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