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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Teapot
Object Number
2012-11-1 A
Description
Baluster form silver teapot on pedestal foot. Stylized repeating leaf pattern around top and bottom of base, on rim, and on shoulder. Double scroll handle with ivory insulators. Hinged dome cover topped with finial cast to resemble a basket containing four distinct flowers. A "D" for Deming engraved on one side of main body. "This tea service of family silver is presented to J. Deming Perkins, on occasion of his marriage, by Lucretia Deming. January 16th 1868." engraved on opposite side of body.
Comment
This teapot is part of a five piece tea service given to Julius Deming Perkins by Lucretia Deming on the occasion of his marriage in 1868. Date of piece, along with engravings and family tradition indicate that this tea service was likely owned by Julius Deming during his life, and was passed down in the family. Estate inventories in the archives of the Litchfield Historical Society indicate that Julius Deming owned various pieces of silver, including teapots, and a possible multi-piece tea service at the time of his death.
Category
Maker
Date Made
1833-1838
Dimensions
H 10.25"
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