Communion Cup and Paten Cover
CultureEnglish
Date1569
MediumSilver
DimensionsOverall: 7 13/16 × 3 1/4 inches (19.86 × 8.26 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number52-16 A,B
Markings"H.S."
On View
Not on viewCollections
DescriptionCup and paten both hallmarked. Cup in shape of inverted bell or truncated cone. Narrow engraved band of foliage between two narrow fillets encircles upper portion of cup and interlaces. Interior and exterior of paten has similar engraving. Spool-shaped stem with single projecting middle rib.
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André Charles Boulle
ca. 1685-1700 (casket); second half of 18th century (stand)
2024.49.1-2
