Pair of Sauceboats c. 1765

Curator: These graceful silver sauceboats, made by Myer Myers, invite us to consider the world of 18th-century dining. The craftsmanship is exquisite. Editor: My first thought? Pure elegance, almost like miniature swans about to take flight. There's a playful formality about them. Curator: Myers was a prominent silversmith, and these pieces highlight the material realities of luxury and status. The silver itself, the labor involved—it all speaks to a specific social context. Editor: It's also about how the light catches that silver. I bet they added sparkle to any table setting. They remind me of stories whispered over candlelight, don't you think? Curator: Indeed. These weren't simply functional; they were carefully constructed statements about wealth and refinement. Editor: Well, thinking about it, they really do invite you to imagine the tastes and conversations they witnessed. Curator: Precisely. The making of art is all about social life! Editor: And they certainly do reflect a different time with beautiful stories.