Object Number 2013.0003.001

Object Name

Pitcher (Ewer)

Category

Metals

Credit Line/Donor

Museum purchase with funds provided by the Henry Francis du Pont Collectors Circle

Creator (Role)

Robert Keyworth (Retailer)
1795-February 18, 1856

Place of Origin

Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North America

Date

1832-1834

Mark or Signature or Inscription or Label

1. Mark; Foot rim, exterior, spout side; "R KEYWORTH" stamped in rectangle
2. Inscription; Body, side beneath spout; "Presented / By the Chickasaw delega- / tion in behalf of their Nati- / on to M\R.. & M\RS. EATON, / as an evidence of / their respect and / regard." engraved in script
3. Inscription; Pedestal base, underside; "30 10" scratched on base

Subjects

Political figure; Native American; Diplomacy

Materials

Silver

Techniques

Wrought, Cast

Dimensions (inches)

12.125 (H) , 7.25 (W) , 4.5 (Diam) , 33.7 (Weight)

Dimensions (centimeters)

30.797 (H) , 18.415 (W) , 11.43 (Diam) , 956 (Weight)

Measurement Notes

Diameter is of the base. Troy weight is 30 oz. 14 dwt. 17 gr.

Object Description

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