Canister and lid
Date1750-1800
Maker
Unknown
Medium/TechniqueTinned sheet iron, paint
DimensionsOverall: 14 1/2 in. × 11 in. × 11 in. (36.83 cm × 27.94 cm × 27.94 cm)
Overall (with lid): 15 in. × 11 in. × 11 in. (38.1 cm × 27.94 cm × 27.94 cm)
Credit LinePurchase. Mrs. Tobias G. Richardson, Vice Regent for Louisiana, by exchange, 2019
Object numberW-1427/A-B
DescriptionSheet-iron storage canister with cover. Cylindrical form with angled shoulder and cover fitting tightly over outer edge of mouth. Retains traces of brown paint.
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1750-1800
c. 1760-1761
Possibly 1775-1800, with later alterations
1760-1800
c. 1790-1797
1750-1800
1770-1780
1700-1800
1700-1800
1750-1800
1775-1795