Drawer pull 1805 - 1835

This ornate, circular drawer pull from the Metropolitan Museum of Art exemplifies the decorative craftsmanship of the early 19th century. Created by Henry Kellam Hancock between 1805 and 1835, it features a raised, gold-toned design of floral motifs and six stylized fruit clusters surrounding a central, stylized blossom. The meticulous detailing and the choice of gold suggest the piece was likely intended for a piece of furniture of high quality, reflecting the taste of the period.