Pap Boat 1800 - 1830

"Pap Boat" is a small, oval-shaped silver vessel with a spout, created between 1800 and 1830 by American silversmith Joel Sayre. This type of vessel, traditionally used for serving pap, a type of porridge, highlights Sayre's skill in creating functional and elegant objects for everyday use. The boat's simple design, featuring a beaded rim, is characteristic of Sayre's work, which was highly sought after during his lifetime. The piece is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offering a glimpse into the craftsmanship and domestic life of early 19th-century America.