Teapot

Possibly Griffen, Smith and Hill American

1880–89

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Teapot
Maker: Possibly Griffen, Smith and Hill (1880–1889)
Date: 1880–89
Geography: Made in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Earthenware
Dimensions: 5 7/16 x 7 5/8 in. (13.8 x 19.4 cm)
Credit Line: The Florence I. Balasny-Barnes Collection, Gift of Florence I. Balasny-Barnes, 1991
Object Number: 1991.370.6a, b
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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