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Photo: Elizabeth Mann
Punch Strainer
Photo: Elizabeth Mann

Punch Strainer

Dateca. 1760-70
Maker Daniel Boyer , Boston American, 1725 - 1779
Label TextDating from the same period as the Syng, Jr. punch bowl listed above, this piece offers an unusual form in early American silver, which represents another aspect of Ruth’s collecting. It can be installed with the punch bowl, either beside it or across the bowl. Strainers were used when adding spiced fruit juices to punch; often made of water, sugar and spirits, usually rum.
Object number2014.24.10
Photo CreditPhoto: Elizabeth Mann
Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, "An American Sampler" May 18, 2002 - July 4, 2005
Credit LineGift of Ruth J. Nutt
DimensionsApprox. 12 in. diameter
MediumSilver
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