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Marrow Spoon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver marrow spoon with a long, narrow handle that transitions into a wider, oval-shaped bowl. The handle is smooth and flat, while the bowl is also smooth with rounded edges. The metal shows signs of wear and aging with darkened areas along the edges and surface. The background is a light gray color. Marrow Spoon by unspecified artist.

Artwork details

Date:
1750–1800
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 374 px
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