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Cruet

1640-1659 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Beaker shaped jug with raised circular foot, with long applied spout, cast scrolled handle


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Silver, parcel-gilt
Brief description
Altar cruet, Church plate, Continental
Physical description
Beaker shaped jug with raised circular foot, with long applied spout, cast scrolled handle
Dimensions
  • Height: 11.7cm
  • Length: 8.2cm
  • Width: 5.4cm
Marks and inscriptions
  • On body: EC=ALTH
  • Unmarked
Credit line
Given by W.L. Hildburgh
Object history
Acquisition RF: 51/4199
Dr WL Hildburgh FSA Gift


According to the register, the spout was later attached on both cruets.
Production
Maker unidentified
Collection
Accession number
M.16A-1952

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Record createdFebruary 9, 2004
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