Box 1881 - 1890

This small, silver "Box" was crafted by the Whiting Manufacturing Company between 1881 and 1890. The box is decorated with an embossed design of swirling floral motifs on its lid. The Whiting Manufacturing Company, founded in 1866, was known for its high-quality silver and silver-plated goods, which were popular among the American upper class. This "Box" is a fine example of the company's craftsmanship and design aesthetic, and it is now housed in the esteemed Art Institute of Chicago.