Cream Pot
Date1790-1805
Marked by
William G. Forbes
(1751 - 1840)
MediumSilver
DimensionsOH: 6 7/8" OL: 5" OW: 2 3/4"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Lydia Joresco
Object number1988-475,3
DescriptionCream pot of raised and paneled helmet-shape with high pouring lip; single reeded rim; stepped oval pedestal foot; and tall curvilinear strap handleInscribedEngraved monogram "CDB" in foliate script framed by crossed leafy branches tied with ribbon (engraving on the cream pot is simplified in comparison to that on the teapot and sugar dish in this tea set)
MarkingsMarked in relief on outside of foot 1) "W.G.Forbes" in rectangle; 2) eagle's head in an oval; and 3) sheaf of wheat in rectangle
ProvenanceEx Coll: Mrs. Lydia Joresco, Chicago
ca. 1810
1790-1791
ca. 1810
ca. 1800
1790-1791
ca. 1820
ca. 1775
ca. 1780
ca.1790-1795
ca. 1811
1820-1830
