Broth bowl with cover (écuelle) 1749 - 1750

This silver broth bowl with cover, created by Pierre-Henry Chéret between 1749 and 1750, is a fine example of French silversmithing. The bowl is decorated with a delicate engraved pattern, and the lid is topped with a floral finial. The handles are ornately sculpted, further highlighting the craftsmanship of this piece. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the bowl and cover demonstrate the artistry of French silversmithing during the Rococo period.