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Tea Urn

1781
fabricated by

Henry Greenway

(British)
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Culture
England, London, 18th century
Medium
silver and ivory
Measurements
Overall: 47.3 x 26.1 x 25.6 cm (18 5/8 x 10 1/4 x 10 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Dorothea Wright Hamilton 1988.156.a
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
Print
A silver and ivory tea urn with an oval body tapers to a pedestal base. Two tall, arching handles made of silver beads attach to the sides with ivory rings. Engraved garlands of flowers and vines wrap around the vessel, centering on an oval medallion depicting a figure. Raised beaded borders encircle the rim, stem, and circular foot. The polished silver surface is highly reflective.

Tea Urn

1781

Henry Greenway

(British)
England, London, 18th century

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