Cann 1750 - 1760

This silver cann, crafted by the renowned silversmith John Coverly between 1750 and 1760, demonstrates the refined craftsmanship of the era. Its simple yet elegant design features a bulbous body, a rounded lip, and a delicate handle. This functional piece, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, exemplifies the elegant simplicity favored in 18th-century American silver, reflecting the burgeoning colonial society's growing desire for refined objects.