Dessert spoon 1747 - 1748

This silver dessert spoon, crafted by Robert Pertt between 1747 and 1748, exemplifies the elegant simplicity of 18th-century silverware. The spoon's understated design, featuring a rounded bowl and a gently tapering handle, reflects the evolving tastes of the period, moving away from elaborate ornamentation. This piece, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the everyday life of the wealthy during the Georgian era, highlighting the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of the time.