Tankard engraved with scenes of the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London 1673 - 1674

This silver tankard, created by O S in 1673-1674, is a powerful reminder of London's history. Engraved on its surface are scenes of the devastating Great Plague and Great Fire of London, events that deeply impacted the city's residents. The tankard is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and serves as a tangible link to the city's past and its resilience in the face of tragedy.