John Kitts
Baby Cup

Baby Cup

Public Domain

Baby Cup
MakerAmerican, c. 1805–1863
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Baby Cup
Datec. 1840–1860
Made inLouisville, Kentucky, United States
MediumSilver
Dimensions4 × 4 1/2 × 3 3/4 in. (10.2 × 11.4 × 9.5 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object numberB.2004.13
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Belter Parlor
On view

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionJohn Kitts was active in Louisville, Kentucky, between 1836 and 1878, as a retailer of jewelry and silver goods. This baby cup combines elements of both the Greek and Rococo Revival styles.
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Stamped twice, underside of cup, in a stamped rectangle: KITTS

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