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One of three tablespoons
Joseph Richardson, Jr. (American, about 1752–1831)
about 1790
Object Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Overall: 22.9 cm (9 in.)
Credit Line
Gift in memory of Dr. George Clymer by his wife, Mrs. Clymer
Accession Number56.599
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsSilver flatware
DescriptionThis spoon has a curved handle with a pendent floral design. It also has a rounded drop on oval bowl, very worn.
Marks
J(dot)R in rectangle twice on back of handle
InscriptionsHMC engraved on handle.
ProvenanceMarch 15, 1939, lent by Dr. George Clymer to MFA; by inheritance to his wife, Mrs. George Clymer; October 11, 1956, gift of Mrs. Clymer to MFA.