Caster by John Chartier

Caster 1714 - 1715

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silver, metalwork-silver, sculpture

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3d sculpting

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silver

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wedding photograph

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3d printed part

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jewelry design

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sculptural image

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black and white theme

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metalwork-silver

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3d shape

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stoneware

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wash background

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framed image

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sculpture

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decorative-art

"Caster" is a silver sugar caster made by John Chartier in 1714-1715. The piece is a classic example of English silverwork from the early 18th century. The sugar caster features a pierced dome-shaped lid, adorned with intricate floral patterns, a hexagonal base, and a body engraved with a crest, showcasing the craftsmanship of this period. The sugar caster is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York City.

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