Basin
Date1720-1754
Maker
Joseph Leddel Sr.
ca. 1690 - 1754
Maker
Joseph Leddel Jr.
1718 - 1754
MediumPewter
DimensionsDiameter: 12 3/4"; Height: 2 7/8"
Credit LineGift of Mary Connor Pierce
Object number2021-213
DescriptionDeep circular pewter basin with double beaded edge on narrow width rim and flat central well.Label TextJoseph Leddel, Sr., is among the first generation of pewterers in America for whom work survives, albeit in limited quantiles. His son Joseph, Jr., was also a pewterer; it is difficult to distinguish between their output.Mark(s)Stamped on front of rim in relief once with “I•FROM•L/OLD:ENGLAND” in stacked rectangles with engrailed edges. Mark is very rubbed, especially on upper portion.ProvenanceMary Connor Pierce
