Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoons (2)
Object Number:
1983.23ab
Date:
ca. 1805
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
each overall: 6 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1/2 in. ( 15.6 x 2.9 x 1.3 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "HV" in script
stamped: on the undersides of the handles: "T. KEELER" in a rectangle
Description:
silver teaspoons with downturned coffin handles with bright-cut foliate engraving and a wheel turned coffin-shaped reserve engraved, "HV" in script; pointed oval bowls with arched drops; maker's marks stamped on the undersides of the handles.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Robert G. Goelet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.







