Mustard pot 1753

This silver mustard pot, created in 1753 by French silversmith Pierre-Louis Du Floo, exemplifies the elegant craftsmanship of the Rococo period. The pot's intricate engraved design, featuring delicate floral motifs and swirling patterns, is characteristic of the era's emphasis on asymmetry and naturalistic ornamentation. The piece stands on a slender foot, adding to its graceful form, and a hinged lid with a finial provides a practical element. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the pot is a testament to the artistry and refinement of 18th-century French silversmithing.