Sugar Bowl 1827

This silver sugar bowl, crafted by American silversmith Harvey Lewis in 1827, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Federal period. The piece, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a beautiful example of a functional art object. Its elegant design, featuring a domed lid with an acorn finial and delicate floral patterns, combines both utility and aesthetic appeal. The presence of a coat of arms engraved on the body suggests that the sugar bowl was likely a commissioned piece for a wealthy patron.