Duff Family Salver
SilversmithMade by
George Cooper
(Aberdeen, Scotland, active c.1728 - 1758)
Date1755
Object NameSalver
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 2.8 cm, Diameter: 52 cm
Weight:110ozs; 3118.44 grms
Weight:110ozs; 3118.44 grms
AcquisitionPurchased in 1975 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions and with income from the Jaffrey Fund.
LocationOn Display - Gallery 06
Object numberABDAG001002
Keywords
In the 18th century tea drinking became an increasingly important social custom in Scotland, some 50 years after Samuel Pepys tasted his first cup in 1660. The teapot took pride of place, and the Scottish silversmiths rose to the occasion with some spectacular examples of craftsmanship.
More About Me
Salvers are typically trays used in formal situations and made from silver. Tea drinking became increasingly popular in the 18th century in Scotland, with this tray being made and used in Aberdeen.
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