Tea kettle with warming stand, 1714-1715
Edmund Pearceexpand_more
Silver, woodexpand_more
The James S. Bell Memorial Fundexpand_more 45.4a-d
Not on Viewexpand_more
The task of heating water for brewing tea was considered anything but mundane in the early 18th century, as illustrated by the elaborate design of this kettle. From the proudly arched "swan-neck" spout to the swelled form of the body, every element is as decorative as it is functional. The lathe-turned wooden handles and lid's finial protect the user's hand from heat; the feet protect the tabletop. Ornately scrolled feet of the spirit lamp stand elevate this kettle to a vessel as stylish as tea drinking itself.
Details
- Title
- Tea kettle with warming stand
- Artist Life
- English, active c. 1704-1722
- Role
- Artist
- Dimension
- H.20-3/4 x Dia.8-1/4 in. (overall)
- Accession Number
- 45.4a-d
- Curator Approved
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