唐 銀（？）勺|Spoon

Art Historical Context

This delicate silver spoon, possibly crafted during China's Tang dynasty (618–907), exemplifies the era's masterful metalworking traditions. Measuring just 4½ inches (11.4 cm) in length, its petite form suggests it was designed for personal or elite use, perhaps in daily rituals or lavish banquets. Acquired through the Rogers Fund in 1923 and now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Asian Art department, this unassuming object highlights the Tang period's blend of functionality and artistry. The Tang dynasty marked a golden age of Chinese culture, renowned for its cosmopolitanism and te...