Joseph Straker
Waste Bowl

ArtistBritish, 1843–1912
ArtistAmerican, born Switzerland, 1833/37–1900
ManufacturerProvidence, Rhode Island, founded 1831
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Waste Bowl
Datec. 1894–1899
PlaceProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
MediumSterling silver and gilt
Dimensions3 1/2 × 5 3/8 × 5 3/8 in. (8.9 × 13.6 × 13.6 cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase funded by Dr. Glenn R. Knotts and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greenfield, by exchange
Object number91.1927
Not on view

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Object Type
Provenance[Historical Design, Inc., New York]; purchased by MFAH, 1991.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Stamped on bottom: Chased by N. Heinzelmann, 220, 5911, SU, Sterling

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