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CAS 0389-0988   CAS 0389-0988; Teapot
Category Culinary Items; Jewelry & Metalwork
Object Name Teapot
Culture
Global Region Europe
Country unknown
State/Prov./Dist.
County
Other Geographic Data unknown
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name Rietz Collection of Food Technology
Materials Metal: brass; Tin
Description Flat bottomed kettle with sides tapering inward toward wide constricted neck; Cylindrical spout rises from midlevel height of side, then turns outward at 45 degree angle; Curved handle is attached at rim and midlevel height of side; Rectangular flat handle attached at 2 points on rim and spans wide mouth; Inset lid is partially soldered in place and hinged across its center; Small flat loop handle on lid allows for access; Interior of kettle is tin plated; "3 3 J.M." is stamped on base.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 15.2, Max Diam = 14.9