Brazier
17th century (made)
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Place of origin |
Food and drink were often prepared a long way from the room in which they were consumed. People burned charcoal in braziers to keep kettles or pans hot and to warm rooms when there was no fire.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | Brass, turned and pierced |
Brief description | Brass brazier decorated with circular piercings and surmounted by three knobs on the lip, Flemish, 17th century |
Physical description | The bowl with spreading lip rests upon a moulded foot, both decorated with circular piercings. The lip is surmounted by three knobs. |
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Credit line | Bequeathed by Bernard H. Webb |
Summary | Food and drink were often prepared a long way from the room in which they were consumed. People burned charcoal in braziers to keep kettles or pans hot and to warm rooms when there was no fire. |
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Accession number | M.125-1919 |
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Record created | January 28, 2004 |
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