Pepper Box 1720 - 1740

This silver pepper box, crafted by William Pollard between 1720 and 1740, exemplifies the elegance of English silversmithing during the Georgian period. Its simple yet refined design, with a domed lid featuring a pierced top for dispensing pepper, reflects the era's taste for practicality and understated beauty. The pepper box is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcasing the artistry of this period and offering a glimpse into the culinary practices of 18th-century England.