Item Report
Early 19th Century English Pewter Lidded Cannister
By: Unknown
Style: Regency Period Pewterware
Origin: England
Materials: Pewter
Age: Circa 1800-1830
Condition: Very Good (minor surface wear and patina consistent with age, no major dents or cracks visible)
Value: $80-$180
Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker's mark or writing in the provided photos.
Date: 2025-06-06 13:48:53.110471
Description:
This is a cylindrical lidded cannister made from pewter, likely dating to the early 19th century. The piece features a domed lid topped with a rounded finial and possesses simple, incised decorative lines. Such vessels were commonly used in England for storage of dry goods, tea, or spices, and exhibit the utilitarian yet elegant style typical of the Regency period. The surface shows a natural patina consistent with age and pewter composition.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A well-preserved example of early 19th-century English domestic pewter. The construction and form are consistent with utilitarian household wares of the era. Some patina and evidence of use are visible, adding authenticity. While not a rare example, it is a desirable collectible for those interested in historic English pewter.
Individual Images:
- The detail images highlight the finely turned finial and show light surface scuffing and minor scratches
- typical wear for pewter of this age. The patina appears undisturbed
- and the lid sits well. The bottom shows slight wear
- which further supports age. No hallmarks are visible in the provided images but may be present underneath.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (minor surface wear and patina consistent with age, no major dents or cracks visible)
Identification Score: 90%
The form, material, and patination are consistent with early 19th-century English pewter storage vessels. The simple yet purposeful design and turned finial help narrow the dating and origin.
Authenticity Score: 85%
The surface patina, construction, and minor wear are consistent with genuine period pewter. No evidence of modern manufacture is present, though a hands-on examination would give a more definitive result.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
pewter cannister, Regency, English pewterware, antique storage jar, 19th century, lidded vessel
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