Creampot 1779 - 1783

"Creampot" is a silver pitcher crafted by American silversmith Elias Davis between 1779 and 1783. The pitcher features a bulbous body, a graceful spout, and a slender handle that terminates in a delicate scroll. Its base is circular and adorned with a beaded trim. This elegant object, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Davis's skillful craftsmanship and the refined tastes of 18th-century American society. The pitcher's simple yet elegant design, typical of the period, reflects the transition from colonial styles to a more refined and distinctly American aesthetic.