Flagon 1697 - 1707

"Flagon," a pewter tankard by William Wood, dating between 1697 and 1707, stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of the period. The piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a simple yet elegant design with a hinged lid and a gracefully curved handle. It reflects the functional nature of pewterware in the 17th and 18th centuries, serving as a container for liquids such as ale or wine, and is a prime example of English pewter making, a tradition that flourished throughout the centuries.