Ewer
late 16th century (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
This ewer is both decorative and functional and would probably have been used to carry and pour water. It is cast in the form of a mermaid and the elaborate design suggests that it was a commission from a wealthy patron. It was made between 1550 and 1600 and is a development of the medieval tradition of casting representations of fabulous creatures in brass.
Object details
| Category | |
| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Brass |
| Brief description | Brass ewer in the shape of a mermaid, with shell foot, Flemish, late 16th century |
| Physical description | Ewer in the form of a mermaid; the spout being a single breast; on her front is a horned mask; with shell foot. |
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| Credit line | Given by Dr W. L. Hildburgh |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | This ewer is both decorative and functional and would probably have been used to carry and pour water. It is cast in the form of a mermaid and the elaborate design suggests that it was a commission from a wealthy patron. It was made between 1550 and 1600 and is a development of the medieval tradition of casting representations of fabulous creatures in brass. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.40-1953 |
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| Record created | February 9, 2004 |
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