![tankard, engraved with monogram [J.M.B.] in shield on front body; serrated cover, scroll thumbpiece, cherub handle tip; reeded at base](https://4.api.artsmia.org/800/15558.jpg "Tankard, John Coney")
Tankard, c. 1715
John Coneyexpand_more
Silverexpand_more
Gift of James F. and Louise H. Bellexpand_more 32.21.7
On View in Gallery 354expand_more
This tankard was made by John Coney, an early colonial New England silversmith accomplished in the production of both ceremonial and domestic silver. Coney was the first Boston silversmith to hire a London-trained artisan in his shop. The timeless popularity of this particular type of domed tankard is seen in two similar Boston tankards made in the late 18th century.
The neoclassical oval monogram containing the initials "MB" on the front of this tankard was added at a later date.
Details
- Title
- Tankard
- Artist Life
- 1656-1722
- Role
- Maker
- Accession Number
- 32.21.7
- Curator Approved
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