Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
This small pewter teapot, made by Robert Bush & Co in Bristol, England features a wooden handle and a hinged lid. It features a crudely incised design, one side with a crest and the Latin motto, "Nemo Impu: Lacecit," which means "No one attacks me with impunity." This phrase is historically associated with Scotland. The other side is inscribed with "Jordan," and a horned animal head, possibly a stag.
About This Item
- Title: Jordan family pewter teapot, ca. 1790
- Creator: Robert Bush & Co., Bristol, England
- Creation Date: circa 1790
- Subject Date: circa 1790
- Location: ME
- Media: Pewter; wood
- Local Code: 2010.378.001
- Object Type: Physical Object
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- Colonial trade
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- Mercantile
- Table setting
- Transatlantic
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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