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Kierstead Of New York: There are many names associated with the making of silverware in America, among them being John Coney of Boston (1655-1722), Cornelius Kierstead of New York (1674-1753), and Paul Revere of Boston (1735-1818). The productions of Revere were all characterized by astute craftsmanship and refinement of design, although, as a result of Longfellow's poem, he has received perhaps more credit than was his due, since the work of many other silversmiths was quite the equal of his. The high prices at which his productions are sold frequently reflect a superior sentimental value rather than one of design or workmanship.
There are many names associated with the making of silverware in America, among them being John Coney of Boston (1655-1722), Cornelius Kierstead of New York (1674-1753), and Paul Revere of Boston (1735-1818). The productions of Revere were all characterized by astute craftsmanship and refinement of design, although, as a result of Longfellow's poem, he has received perhaps more credit than was his due, since the work of many other silversmiths was quite the equal of his. The high prices at which his productions are sold frequently reflect a superior sentimental value rather than one of design or workmanship.
The finest American silverware is seen in tankards, beakers, mugs, caudle and candle cups, porringers, punch bowls, kettles, tea, coffee, and chocolate pots, inkstands, salvers, sauceboats, and tazzas.
He was graduated at Hamilton College in 1864, and at the New York University Law School in 1867. In the latter year he was admitted to the bar and entered upon the practice of his profession in New York. In 1883 he was appointed United States District Attorney for the southern district of New York; in 1894 was a delegate-at-large to the New York State Constitutional Convention, and was chairman of the judiciary committee. |
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