Creamer 1854 - 1865

"Creamer" is a pewter pitcher crafted by American silversmith Thomas Danforth Boardman between 1854 and 1865. Its bulbous body, elegant handle, and three-footed base are characteristic of the mid-19th-century style. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece showcases Boardman's craftsmanship and the enduring beauty of functional art. This pewter creamer exemplifies the evolution of American pewter design and production, which spanned centuries.