Spoon 1701 - 1702

This silver spoon, crafted by Benjamin Watts between 1701 and 1702, exemplifies the elegant simplicity of early 18th-century English silverware. The spoon's oval bowl and delicate handle are typical of the period, while the engraved initials "I.E.A" suggest it was a personal commission. The spoon is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City, offering a glimpse into the craftsmanship and domestic life of the time.