Tea and Coffee Service 1811 - 1828

This silver tea and coffee service, crafted by American silversmith Harvey Lewis between 1811 and 1828, is a stunning example of the Neoclassical style popular in the early 19th century. The set, comprised of a coffee pot, teapot, slop bowl, sugar bowl, and cream pot, features elegant, stylized floral motifs and delicate animal feet, reflecting the period's fascination with classical Greek and Roman art. Now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, this service showcases Lewis's skill in creating both functional and aesthetically pleasing objects.