Sugar spoon 1767 - 1768

This silver sugar spoon, crafted by Jacques Pecatier between 1767 and 1768, showcases the intricate craftsmanship of 18th-century French silversmithing. The spoon’s bowl, meticulously pierced with a delicate floral design, exemplifies the Rococo aesthetic, characterized by its ornate and asymmetrical motifs. The spoon's handle features a distinctive, stylized shell design, adding to the overall elegance of this beautiful piece. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the "Sugar spoon" exemplifies the refined taste of the era and the skill of Pecatier, a renowned artisan in his time.