Hot water urn 1798 - 1809

This gilded silver hot water urn, crafted by renowned French silversmith Jean-Baptiste-Claude Odiot between 1798 and 1809, showcases the elegance of Neoclassical design. The urn's form, with its graceful curves and classical motifs like the winged head of Medusa, reflects the revival of Greek and Roman aesthetics popular during this period. Its meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail make it a testament to Odiot's mastery of the silversmith's art, while its use as a functional object for hot water highlights the intersection of beauty and practicality in Neoclassical design.