This silver soup tureen was created by renowned Paris silversmith Jacques-Henri Fauconnier circa 1817, during James Monroe's administration. Classical musicians appear in relief on the border of the tureen, and an eagle finial perches atop its cover.
This silver soup tureen was created by renowned Paris silversmith Jacques-Henri Fauconnier circa 1817, during James Monroe's administration. Classical musicians appear in relief on the border of the tureen, and an eagle finial perches atop its cover.