Peter Krider, Philadelphia, Bright Cut Sterling Silver Sugar Spoon
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$46.00
A 6" long, .8 T. oz. spoon with an "Old English," i.e. "Reverse Tipt," handle, this is stamped with the "lion, K, crown" emblem of Philadelphia silversmith Peter Krider and the word "Sterling."
A sugar spoon, although it bears some similarity to an ice cream spoon, it has a plum shaped, pointed end bowl with flange shoulders and a midrib down the center.
Likely dating from the 1870s, this exhibits the exquisite bright cut engraving for which Philadelphia silver of the period was renowned.
Both the handle and the bowl interior show intricate work employing various techniques, all interpreted in an Aesthetic, i.e. Eastlake, manner. The bowl has a satin matte surface, which superbly offsets the engraving.
The handle is inscribed with the name "Millbank" set sideways in the reserve area.
In immaculate condition, showing no wear or damage, this appears to have seen little to no use.
