Chafing Dish, c. 1730. John Potwine (American, 1698-1792). Silver, wooden handle; with handle: 8.6 x 29.5 cm (3 3/8 x 11 5/8 in.). A small candle would have been placed under this dish for keeping the contents warm at the table.

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