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A silver teaspoon with a fiddle handle embossed with a basket of flowers.
Teaspoon
A silver teaspoon with a fiddle handle embossed with a basket of flowers.
A silver teaspoon with a fiddle handle embossed with a basket of flowers.
Teaspoon, Moses Eastman, c. 1828-1850, silver, Telfair Museum of Art, Savannah, Georgia.

Teaspoon

Maker (American, 1794 - 1850)
Datec. 1828 - 1850
Mediumsilver
Dimensions5 3/4 inches (14.6 cm)
MarkingsMaker's mark stamped on the back of the handle: EASTMAN [in rectangle]
Credit LineGift of Thelma R. Rosen in memory of her husband, Dr. Emanuel F. Rosen.
Object number1986.15.11
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CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextThis teaspoon, which has a fiddle handle embossed with a basket of flowers and is inscribed “ES,” was made in the shop of Savannah silversmith Moses Eastman (1794-1850). Eastman began his career in the city in 1826 as the partner of Josiah Penfield in the well-established firm of J. Penfield & Co. After Penfield’s death in 1828, Eastman continued his trade in Savannah until his death in 1850. Eastman left an interesting legacy in Savannah. In 1842, he acted as guardian for Shark Marquand, a jeweler and a free person of color. In 1844 he was appointed Keeper of the City Clock. He donated the funds for a Unitarian church to be built on Oglethorpe Square and after his death, his widow completed the project. The church, of Gothic architecture, was later moved to Troup Square.
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