Tablespoon
Datec. 1805
Mediumsilver
Dimensions9 1/8 inches (23.2 cm)
MarkingsMaker's mark: J.PEARSON [in rectangle]
Credit LineGift of Thelma R. Rosen in memory of her husband, Dr. Emanuel F. Rosen.
Object number1986.15.5
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 TextOne of three silver tablespoons with a Coffin handle and inscribed "EGR".
Prior to 1825, spoons were by far the most common silver objects to be found in the household and estate inventories of Savannahians. By 1800 spoons with rounded handles were no longer so fashionable, and the canted corners of coffin handle spoons rose in popularity.
Silversmith John Pearson was active in New York, New York from c.1791, and in Savannah 1802-1817 (with partner John Letourneau 1802-1803.) On Nov. 14, 1817 he published the following notice: “John Pearson, having retired from his professional business of jewelry and watchmaking, notifies those who have watches and jewelry jobs in his possession, that they may receive them by applying to D. B. Nichols. If not taken away by the first of April next, will be sold for repairs.”
