The object is a spoon. The spoon has a long handle. The handle has a rounded oval shape at one end. The oval shape on the handle contains engraved cursive script. The handle tapers to a narrower width. The handle features a twisted rope-like design along its length. The bowl of the spoon is rounded and shallow. The spoon appears to be made of metal, likely silver. The background is a plain light gray color. The spoon by Benjamin Halsted is titled "Salt Spoon."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1790–1806
- Medium
- Silver
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 599 × 309 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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