New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.

Cream jug

Manufacturer Ball, Tompkins & Black (American, 1839-1851)

CultureAmerican

Dateca. 1840

MediumSilver

DimensionsOverall: 5 5/8 x 4 1/2 in. (14.3 x 11.4 cm)

InscribedInscribed RBG to PTC (?). Stamped on bottom "Ball, Tompkins & Black".

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number83.80

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DescriptionVery similar to a jug made in 1761 by Paul Revere and now in the Boston museum. Pear shaped with floral decorations chased over the body and a cartouche under the lip with an inscription. Three trifed feet terminating shell-like motifs. Harp type handle applied.