Maker
L. R. Broomall(American, c. 1823–1892)American, c. 1823–1892
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Ladle
Datec. 1846–1861
Made inPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
MediumSilver
Dimensions9 7/16 × 3 × 1 1/2 in. (24 × 7.6 × 3.8 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object numberB.2004.14
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Metals Study Room
Exposé
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Engraved on handle: "Hancock"
Stamped underside of handle: "L.R. Broomall Pure As Coin"
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