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Pots-à-oille

Scope note

The largest type of tureen, said to have been used originally to serve a particular kind of Spanish stew; they are commonly of round body resting on feet or a pedestal, with two handles and a cover, usually made of silver but sometimes of porcelain; most examples date from the 18th century.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000262485

Broader Terms used

tureens

Equivalent Terms used

pot-à-oille

Created

13yrs ago

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