Pewter Food Warmer

Datec.1900

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: pewter; silver; jade; carnelian

DimensionsOverall: 15 x 27.5 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Foster and Constance Isherwood

Object number2010.032.001 a-c

DescriptionFood warmer has three parts: (a) a deep lower section with two dragon-head handles, each with a central jade section, and a slightly indented foot, (b) a shallow plain, footed, mid section; (c) a domed lid with two fruits as finials, one with a large inset carnelian stone. The lid and sides of section (a) are decorated with carved Chinese characters.

Status

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