Silver Teaspoon
c. 1936
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 26.8 x 23.1 cm (10 9/16 x 9 1/8 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.14155
Art Historical Context
Behold the delicate *Silver Teaspoon*, a graphite drawing by David P Willoughby, created 1936. Measuring 26.8 x 23.1 cm, this work captures the elegant form of a classic American silver utensil with precise lines and subtle shading, highlighting its graceful handle and ornate details. Rendered on paper, the graphite medium allows for fine articulation of textures—from the spoon's polished sheen to intricate engravings—making it a study in realism and technical mastery. This artwork is part of the *Index of American Design*, a landmark WPA Federal Art Project from the Great Depression era (193...