It is said that the old Seward kitchen was one of the most popular stations of the Underground Railroad, and that many a poor slave who fled by this route to Canada carried to his grave the remembrance of its warmth and cheer.
From the Butler's Pantry is this Milk pitcher trimmed in gold lustre. Comprised of a Majolica-like material and includes three dogs in relief on sides and dog's head on handle. Gold lustre band around top and bottom. Cracking on spout.