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Spoon
Thauvet Besly (American, died in 1
died in 1757)
1727–57
Object Place: New York, New York
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Overall: 19.7 x 4.1 cm (7 3/4 x 1 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Estelle S. and Harris A. Solomon Collection—Gift of their daughter Carol Solomon Rothschild
Accession Number2004.641
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsSilver flatware
DescriptionLong, oval bowl with flaring handle with center crease and upward flare at tip. Joint between handle and bowl is articulated, rounded- two layers. Engraved on top, back of handle: "W*P". Two identical marks: B surmounted by a crown on back of handle, near bowl.
Marks
Two identical marks: B surmounted by a crown on back of handle, near bowl.
InscriptionsEngraved on top, back of handle: "W*P".
ProvenanceSpoon collection of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald W. Rothschild, Fayetteville, NY