Communion Cup c. 1845

"Communion Cup" is a pewter chalice created by James Dixon & Sons in 1845. The cup is a simple yet elegant design with a rounded bowl and a slender stem, culminating in a circular base. Its plain surface highlights the craftsmanship of the piece and its intended use as a sacred vessel. The cup, now in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the enduring tradition of using pewter in religious practice.