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Antique Lidded Firkin by Ephraim Murdock, Jr., Late 19th Century
Item Details
An antique lidded firkin by Ephraim Murdock, Jr., late 19th century. The mixed wood firkin features a round, removable lid above a graduated and stave-constructed body reinforced with single-finger bands and copper tacks. It has a bentwood, swing handle and the front retains remnants of the original paper label, part of which reads ‘New Jersey’. The lid is marked ‘Ephraim Murdock Jr.’
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Condition
- scattered scratches, marks, and chips/losses; extensive loss to original paper label with remnants being brittle and faded; band around lid with a couple of cracks as well as some losses along bottom edge; bands around body are loose; other minor imperfections as would be expected with age and use.
Dimensions
10.25" W x 9.75" H x 10.25" D
- measurements do not include handle.
Item #
18DCC239-128
