Close Stool Pot
Date1770-1800
OriginEngland
MediumPewter
DimensionsOH: 7 1/8"; Diam (rim): 11"; Diam (base): 4 15/16"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1947-343
DescriptionCommode pot; circular; flat rim of moderate width with raised single-reeded molded edge on inverted bell-shaped body with three evenly-spaced sets of three encircling incised lines; body supported on short flared base; uninscribed as to owner.Label TextTapered pots with flaring rims were intended to fit frames with large circular openings in commode chairs and stools.Inscription(s)NoneMark(s)No touch mark apparent. Pseudo hallmarks (1) "GB" with two pellets above and one below, (2) lion passant with a pellet below, (3) leopard's head with pellet below, and (4) fleur-de-lis with a pellet below, each within a separate plain shield on upper face of body below rim (Peal MPM 5423b).ProvenanceVendor: Scotney & Son, Stamford, Eng.
1690-1730
1760-1790
1760-1780
ca. 1680