Tea urn c. 1790

This silver tea urn, created by an anonymous artist around 1790, is a testament to the craftsmanship of the period. The urn's elegant form, with its fluted body and ornate handle, reflects the popular Neoclassical style of the time. The intricate engraved design adds a touch of grandeur to the piece. This tea urn, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, would have been a prized possession in any well-appointed household during the late 18th century.