fork
1819–38
Classification
cutlery
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wiesenberger
Accession Number
1960-189-1-a
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This elegant fork, crafted by Jean-Charles Cahier 1819 and 1838, offers a glimpse into early th-century craftsmanship. Housed in the Smithsonian American Museum's collection and generously gifted by Mr. and Mrs. Arthuriesenberger, it falls under the classification of cutlery. Though the exact medium remains unknown, its presence in an art museum highlights how everyday dining objects were elevated through skilled design during this era. The early 1800s marked a time when tableware became symbols of refinement and social status, especially in America and Europe. Cahier's work, dated across nea...