Miniature snuffers 1715 - 1735

These miniature silver snuffers, crafted by English silversmith David Clayton between 1715 and 1735, are a fine example of 18th-century craftsmanship. Snuffers were used to extinguish the wicks of candles, and this pair's diminutive size suggests they were intended for personal use. The intricate details and elegant design demonstrate Clayton's skill in working with silver. Currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, these snuffers provide insight into the everyday objects used during the Georgian era.