Spoon or Spill Holder, 1840-1870
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Specialized tableware proliferated in American households during the late 19th century. Pressed glass spoon holders held silver or silver-plated spoons needed at a moment's notice. Guests who dropped by for a visit would judge the hostess as being well-prepared when seeing a spoon holder filled and at the ready.
Specialized tableware proliferated in American households during the late 19th century. Pressed glass spoon holders held silver or silver-plated spoons needed at a moment's notice. Guests who dropped by for a visit would judge the hostess as being well-prepared when seeing a spoon holder filled and at the ready.
Artifact
Spoon holder
Date Made
1840-1870
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.4.4885
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Pressed glass
Color
Colorless
Dimensions
Height: 5.125 in
Diameter: 3.25 in
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