Ceremonial pewter serving dish that belonged to the Grumbacher family
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 1.000 inches (2.54 cm) | Diameter: 11.250 inches (28.575 cm)
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum collection, gift of Kurt Maier
Scope and Content
A pewter platter used for Passover and Shabbat that belonged to the Grumbacher family and was entrusted to non-Jewish neighbors prior to deportation. The pitcher is part of a collection relating to the experiences of Kurt Maier and his extended family before and during the Holocaust.
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Round, pewter, serving dish with a shallow bowl and a wide rim. A paper label bearing handwritten red ink text is adhered to the underside.