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Food warmer

Datec.1750

OriginEngland

MediumEarthenware, lead glazed

DimensionsOH: 9 1/4"; D: 5"; OW: 7 11/16" D of stand body: 4 7/16" H of stand: 6 7/8"; Cup H: 3 5/8"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1955-333

DescriptionFood warmer of creamcolored lead-glazed earthenware in three parts a) Stand is cylinder with cut outs about 2" by 4 1/2" on lower edge to place lamp or candle. A female mask is applied on front and back and a pair of foliated c-scroll handles on the opposite sides. Four series of four pierced holes in the shape of a diamond opposite each mask. Two pierced holes at the nostrils of the face masks. b) Bowl fits into stand so that 3/4 of it is hidden within the stand body, leaving an inch on view, small pointed ear-shaped handles on either side. c) A shallow domed lid with flange and six sided blossom knop sits on top of bowl.
Decorated on the exterior with tortoiseshell colors in mouse gray, green, brown-red, and yellow.