Sugar Urn 1790 - 1800

"Sugar Urn" is a silver urn created by Charles Faris between 1790 and 1800. The piece is comprised of a footed urn with a domed lid, featuring a pineapple finial. It also has a wide base and a tall, slender body with an oval cartouche embellished with a chain design, a ribbon, tassels, and a raised dot. This urn is a remarkable example of American silversmithing from the late 18th century, showcasing the elegant and refined style of the period. The urn is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.