Tankard

Creator Charles Le Roux (approximately 1689-1745)

Accession number 60.103.44

Unique identifier MNY26194

Description Tankard with slightly tapered cylindrical body, molded baseband and applied foliate cut-card band above, two-part raised and soldered S-scroll handle with oval vent hole at base, beaded rattail applied to handle, cast cherub's head mask on oval disk handle terminal, bulbous double-drop with rattail on body below upper joint with handle, stepped flat-top cover with five-knuckle hinge, cast cocoon thumbpiece, engraved crenate projecting flange at front, and engraved arrowhead circle at center containing monogram [later spout removed, 1962]. Inscription: Engraved with later feathered script initials "C.M.O." in center of cover within reserve. Mark: Struck on either side of handle near rim: "C LR" conjoined in oval.

Dated ca. 1713-1725

Object Type tankard

Inscription / technical details Engraved with later feathered script initials C.M.O. in center of cover within reserve

Physical dimensions H: 8 in. DIAM: 6 1/4 in. WEIGHT: 45.55 oz.

Medium silver (metal)

File dimensions 17.2 in × 18.3 in at 300dpi
43.8 cm × 46.5 cm at 300dpi