C2001-98: 1958-589 left ; 1994-128 right

Flagon

Date1715-1735

Possibly by Leonard Terry

MediumPewter

DimensionsOH: 11 5/8"; Diam (base): 5 3/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1994-128

Descriptionflagon
Label TextThis flagon (right) and accession 1986-68 represent the two basic types of flagons that are associated with the Yorkshire makers. This one is of the earlier type with its tall body having inclined straight sides and a wide band of broad reeds immediately above the base. The body is fitted with a domed cover with a projecting flange and a slender strap handle.
InscribedOwner's initials "SS" stamped on upper face of cover denticulation.
MarkingsTouch mark "?T" within a probable heart-shaped reserve on interior center-bottom of base (Peal MPM 5977a).
ProvenanceVendor: Dr. John F. Richardson, Sevenoaks, Eng.