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Silver Creampot, 1790-95

Paul Revere · 1790-95

A silver creamer made by Paul Revere in the early 1790s, showing his workshop's output in his later career.

This creamer, made by Revere, shows his continued silversmithing career in his later years.

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A polished silver creamer on a square footed base, with a fluted oval body, engraved floral and swag decoration around the upper body and rim, a spout on the left, and a curved wire handle on the right. Plain gray background.
Paul Revere, Silver Creampot, 1790-95.

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What it is

This silver creampot, made between 1790 and 1795 by Paul Revere, has a fluted oval body set on a square footed base, with engraved floral and swag decoration around the rim and a curved wire handle.

Why it matters

By the 1790s, Revere's silversmith business was thriving, producing fine tableware for wealthy households. This piece reflects the stylish tastes of the period and Revere's reputation as a master craftsman, separate from his earlier role in the Revolutionary War.

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  • What do the fluting and engraved swags tell you about the fashions of the time?
  • Why would a silversmith like Revere also be a respected businessman in his community?
  • What does an object like this reveal that a history book about the Revolution might not?

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