Wine cistern
Date1700-1725
OriginEngland
MediumJapanned sheet copper lined with tin, with gilt decoration ("Pontypool")
DimensionsOH: 9 1/2"; OL: 26"; OW: 19 1/2"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number2005-10
DescriptionWine cistern of oval bulging form, with two carrying-handles. Tortoiseshell ground with gilt decoration of flowers, geometirc designs, and chinoiserie scenes. Inside of cistern unvarnished and undecorated.Mark(s)Mark IP within a heart stamped on underside.
1755-1770
1760-1780
1760-1775
1800-1815
1760-1780
1755-1770
ca. 1755-1770