Object Details
Maker
Samuel Lewis (Silversmith, b. 1818; active 1840 and afterward)
Date
ca. 1850
Geography
United States: District of Columbia: Washington
Culture
North American
Medium
metal; silver
Dimensions
Overall: 12 in x 10 1/2 in; 30.48 cm x 26.67 cm
Provenance
Presented to James Cook Rives (1795-1864) of Washington, D.C., date unknown; Gary E. Young, a dealer, Centreville, Maryland; to the Fine Arts Committee through purchase
Inscriptions
Marked "S LEWIS." Inside foot rim as a presentation from John C. Pickett to James C. Rives.
Credit Line
Funds donated by Washington Decorative Arts Forum
Collection
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms, U.S. Department of State, Washington, D.C.
Accession Number
RR-2005.0001