Butter Dish
Artist/maker unknown, German
Geography:
Made in Altenberg, Germany, Europe
Date:
Late 17th century, lid dated 1698Medium:
Salt-glazed stoneware with wash; pewter lid and foot Dimensions:
Height: 3 5/8 inches (9.2 cm) Width (including handles): 4 13/16 inches (12.2 cm) Diameter: 3 9/16 inches (9 cm)Curatorial Department:
European Decorative Arts and SculptureObject Location:
1897-874Credit Line:
Bequest of Mrs. Frederic Graff, 1897
Made in Altenberg, Germany, Europe
Date:
Late 17th century, lid dated 1698Medium:
Salt-glazed stoneware with wash; pewter lid and foot Dimensions:
Height: 3 5/8 inches (9.2 cm) Width (including handles): 4 13/16 inches (12.2 cm) Diameter: 3 9/16 inches (9 cm)Curatorial Department:
European Decorative Arts and SculptureObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1897-874Credit Line:
Bequest of Mrs. Frederic Graff, 1897
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Although stoneware cannot withstand applied heat and is thus not suitable as a cooking vessel, it was a useful ceramic in the kitchen for the storage of certain foodstuffs, like butter, and liquids.
