Philipse Manor Hall Collection Acquisition

George II, Sterling Silver Teapot, London 1748 by John Swift

Philipse Manor Hall has a new acquisition! Purchased recently in London, the George II sterling silver teapot bears the Philipse family crest. The artichoke finial also connects the piece to the Philipse family. It is believed that it was listed in the inventory of silverware of Adolphus Philipse of Philipsburg Manor, when he died on February 12, 1749. Markings date it to 1748 and were crafted by John Swift.

It’s thrilling to have this historic item back at the Manor Hall, where it may have been used by the Philipse family themselves. Upon his death, Adolphus Philipse was one of the greatest landholders in the Province of New York. He owned the vast stretch of land spanning from Spuyten Duyvil Creek in the Bronx (then in lower Westchester County), to the Croton River and was regarded by some as the richest man in the colony. Don’t miss viewing the beautiful piece of family history that is now on display at the House.