Miniature porringer 1702 - 1703

This miniature porringer, crafted by English silversmith Thomas Waterhouse in 1702–03, is a small, oval-shaped bowl with two looped handles. This delicate piece, crafted during Waterhouse’s early career, demonstrates his skill in silverwork. The porringer’s diminutive size and elegant form suggest it was intended for personal use, perhaps for holding a small amount of food or drink. Now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the porringer stands as a testament to the craftsmanship and beauty of early 18th-century English silver.