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Pitcher

ca. 1868
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 737
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Pitcher
  • Maker: Meriden Britannia Company (American, West Meriden, Connecticut, 1852–98)
  • Date: ca. 1868
  • Geography: Made in Meriden, Connecticut, United States; Country of Origin United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Silver plate
  • Dimensions: 12 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. (31.8 x 26.7 cm)
  • Credit Line: Lent by The Meriden Historical Society, Meriden, Connecticut
  • Object Number: L.1985.58.1
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing