Punch strainer

Date1775-1790

MediumFused silverplate (Sheffield Plate)

DimensionsOL(across handles): 12 1/4"; Diam. (across body): 4 5/8"; OH (at rim): 11/16"

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver F. Ramsey.

Object number1982-92

DescriptionFused silverplate (Sheffield plate) punch strainer: Circular shallow bowl-shaped body with stamped beaded edge at rim, short inclined sides and rounded base, pierced in stylized starburst or flower pattern. Long loop handles with stamped inner and outer beaded borders, soldered under rim to sides of body
ProvenanceC. J. Vander (Antiques) Ltd., London
Ex Coll: Mr. Mrs. Oliver F. Ramsey, Williamsburg