Beanpot
Object number2007.61.2 a,b
Datec. 1935
MediumSilver
Credit LineGift of Martina Thompson
DescriptionSilver miniature beanpot with lid. Lid is circular with heart-shaped knob, decorated with leaves on lid. Pot handles decorated as vines; leaves engraved on the sides of the pot from the handle ends and are also the four feet. Dimensions2.5 x 6.5 in. (6.4 x 16.5 cm)Marks(a)
On bottom: pressed stamps: images of capital A, sailor's hook, body of lion, capital letter L, and profile of a human head; and also engraved numbers, "203-769- / 279".
(b)
Pressed stamps under lid: body of lion and capital letter L.
Historical NotesA silver miniature beanpot awarded by the H.J.Heinz Company to William Hislop. A former umbrella manufacturer, William Hislop began work as a salesman at Heinz U.K. in 1935, located in Glasgow, Scotland. He was quickly promoted to head salesman, and later became (at the time) the youngest appointed manager in the company. Hislop retired from Heinz as Managing Director for Scotland after thirty years of service.
Previous owner
William Hislop
Related institution
H. J. Heinz Company
(founded 1888)
Terms
On View
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c. 1773
c. 1989
The Aluminum Cooking Utensil Company, Inc.
H.C. Fry Glass Company
1897-1955
1941-1945