Child's Cup
Maker
Unknown
Datec. 1867
MediumSilver
Dimensions3 1/2 × 4 1/8 inches (8.9 × 10.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Thomas S. Mallard.
Object number00.437
On View
On view
c. 1895-1898
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 TextSilversmiths incorporated floral designs into their work using a variety of techniques. For this child's cup, an unknown maker executed repousse bouquets in a series of medallions and spandrels around its sides. Repousse work involves pushing the silver forward from the back of the material, as seen on the inside of the cup. Typically, the designs are defined further on the front with chasing and engraving, as this maker did to complete the decoration.
Text written for 'Lingua Flora,' on view June 21–September 8, 2024.