Tumbler 1695 - 1730

This 18th century silver tumbler, crafted by American silversmith Benjamin Wynkoop, exemplifies the simple yet elegant style of colonial-era American silver. The piece, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, stands out for its smooth, hammered surface, a technique common for the period. Its modest size and form, reminiscent of similar drinking vessels from earlier eras, showcases the enduring appeal of functional and refined design in the art of silversmithing.