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Tall Beaker

Dateca.1795-1816

Maker Samuel Danforth

OriginAmerica, Connecticut, Hartford

MediumPewter

DimensionsHeight: 5 1/4”; Maximum diameter: 3 9/16”

Credit LineGift of Scott and Debra Duncan

Object number2022-192

DescriptionTall pewter beaker with an everted lip traced by a narrow band, tapered sides, and a flared, moulded foot.
Label TextAttractive and simple, beakers have long been popular. During the 18th century, they were made in a variety of sizes and proportions, with the most common of the taller versions similar in appearance to this beaker. It was made by Samuel Danforth, a member of a prolific family of pewtersmiths working primarily in Connecticut.
MarkingsBottom struck with a spread American eagle flanked by "S D," all in relief within a circle. Mark is about 80% visible (Jacobs-107, var.).
ProvenanceFrom the collection of Jeanne and Bernard B. Hillman of Wyckoff, NJ, sold by Pook & Pook, Inc. (Downingtown, PA), January 16, 2016, lot 249.