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Chafing Dish

c. 1730
fabricated by

John Potwine

(American, 1698–1792)
Culture
America, Massachusetts and Connecticut, 18th century
Medium
silver, wooden handle
Measurements
with handle: 8.6 x 29.5 cm (3 3/8 x 11 5/8 in.)
Weight: 458.258 g (1.01 lbs.)
Credit Line
Gift of Hollis French 1940.248
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Description

A small candle would have been placed under this dish for keeping the contents warm at the table.

Chafing Dish

c. 1730

John Potwine

(American, 1698–1792)
America, Massachusetts and Connecticut, 18th century

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