Egg cup 1742 - 1743

silver, metalwork-silver, sculpture

3d sculpting

silver

wedding photograph

3d printed part

ring

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culinary art

black and white theme

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This elegant silver egg cup, crafted by Claude-François Gaucher in 1742-43, is a beautiful example of French Rococo style. It is characterized by delicate, asymmetrical curves and the intricate floral designs that adorn the lip of the cup. The egg cup's elegant form and decorative details showcase the craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the Rococo period. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the egg cup stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and artistry of 18th-century silverwork.