Strainer spoon (part of a set) 1725 - 1740

This strainer spoon, crafted by English silversmith Francis Williamson between 1725 and 1740, is a fine example of 18th-century silver craftsmanship. Its elegant, elongated form and perforated bowl, designed for straining liquids, are characteristic of the period. The spoon, currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, exemplifies the refined tastes and culinary practices of the era. The spoon's delicate construction and functional design reflect the growing emphasis on refined dining and social gatherings within the British aristocracy.