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-f
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This exquisite fork, crafted by Jean-Charles Cahier between1819 and 1838, offers a glimpse into the refined world of early 19th-century tableware. Classified as cutlery and now part of the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection—thanks to the generous gift of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wiesenberger exemplifies how everyday objects were elevated through meticulous craftsmanship during a time of growing elegance in dining culture. Though the medium remains under research, the fork's presence in an art museum underscores its artistic merit, likely reflecting the neoclassical influences popular in ...