Funeral Spoon 1670 - 1730

The "Funeral Spoon" is a silver spoon made by American silversmith John Coney between 1670-1730 and is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The spoon's unique name references its use in the somber tradition of funeral feasts, where it would have been used to serve mourners food. The spoon's simple design and elegant proportions are characteristic of Coney's work, which showcases a masterful craftsmanship and understanding of the silversmith's art.