Art Institute of Chicago

Salver

Edward Winslow (American, 1669–1753)

Date

c. 1715

Medium

Silver

Culture

Boston

Department

Arts of the Americas

Institution

Art Institute of Chicago

Edward Winslow was one of the most prolific and original silversmiths of the 18th century. His work consistently redefined accepted forms for silver objects. This three-lobed platter is rare in American 18th-century design and has no known prototype. Most likely the serving surface was used to hold four small, stemmed wine glasses and was placed on the dining table after a meal.

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