The Intemperance Tankard
Artist
Friedrich August Moritz Retzsch
(German, 1779 - 1857)
Retailer
Tiffany & Company
(American, founded 1837)
Date1857
MediumSilver
DimensionsOverall: 9 1/2in. (24.1cm)
ClassificationsCULINARY ARTIFACTS
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number2004.6
DescriptionTapering cylindrical body, bifurcated handle formed as grape vine, and hinged lid with thumbpiece of two entwined men. All-over ornament of figures engaging in acts of debauchery and drunkeness.On View
Not on viewCollections
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