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Sander (Pounce pot)
W. Potter
1830-1840
Category
Metals
Creator/Artist/Maker
W. Potter (Retailer)
Place of Origin
New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Pewter
- Britannia metal
Museum Object Number
1952.0116
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Complete Details
Object Number
1952.0116
Object Name
Sander (Pounce pot)
Category
Metals
Creator (Role)
W. Potter (Retailer)
Place of Origin
New England; United States; North America
Origin Notes
The creation place was identified as probably New England by Montgomery.
Date
1830-1840
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Mark
Location: Underside, center
Inscription: "W. POTTER" in rectangle, stamped
Type: Mark
Location: Underside, near edge
Inscription: "B", incised
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Pewter
- Britannia metal
Techniques
- Cast
Dimensions (inches)
2.875 (H) x 2.4 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
7.303 (H) x 6.096 (Diam)
Measurement Notes
The diamter is for the upper rim. The diameter of the lower rim is 2.25 inches.