American Pewter Henry Will Tankard - SOLD

The Will family of pewterers excelled in both quality and design as this handsome tankard is a testament to.

Henry Will worked in New York City from 1761-1775. He fled New York City in 1775 and moved to Albany where he was a lieutenant in the Tenth Albany Militia. He remained in Albany until 1783 when he and his family returned to New York City. He continued in the business as a pewterer for a time after this. His business diminished and he essentially was out of the pewter trade in the late 1780's.

Winterthur has Henry Will's account book which is a great insight into that trade during the last third of the 18th century.

Measuring 7" tall to the top of the thumbpiece, this plain drum New York double dome tankard is classic in its design. Featuring a capped ball terminal handle with "chair-back" thumbpiece with raised shield decoration on the face.

The exterior metal is in very fine condition with a very few blemishes. The interior has some etching however the touchmarks are in fine condition. An outstanding example sure to enhance any collection.