Small Spoon with Fluted Ivory Handle
1829
Classification
cutlery
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Morrill
Accession Number
1990-21-3
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Nestled in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection the *Small Spoon with Fluted Ivory Handle* crafted by Joseph Willmore 1829. This piece of cutlery, generously gifted by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Morrill exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of early 19th decorative arts. At a time when everyday objects blended utility with elegance, such items reflected growing appreciation for personalized luxury in American households. The spoon's standout feature is its fluted ivory handle, where slender, groove-like flutings add a tactile and visual grace, evoking classical motifs popular in the per...