Maker
Edward Chandler Moore(American, 1827–1891)American, 1827–1891
Retailer
Tiffany & Co.(New York, established 1837)New York, established 1837
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Sugar Sifter
Datec. 1858
Made inNew York , New York, United States
Retailed inNew York , New York, United States
MediumSilver and silver gilding
Dimensions1 1/2 × 2 × 6 1/4 in. (3.8 × 5.1 × 15.9 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Phyllis and Charles Tucker in memory of Isabelle Norquist Greenwood
Object numberB.98.15
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Metals Study Room
Exposé
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenancePhyllis and Charles Tucker, Houston; given to MFAH, 1998.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscribed on back of bowl: M [gothic style]
Inscribed on back of handle: 757
Inscribed on back of handle: QUALITY/92525 [?]-1000
Inscribed on back of handle: 757
Inscribed on back of handle: QUALITY/92525 [?]-1000
Marked on back of handle: TIFFANY & Co
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Edward Chandler Moore
c. 1865–1869
Silver and silver gilding
B.98.20.1,.2
Robert Adam
Commissioned 1764, made 1765
Limewood, pine, beech and gilding with later silk upholstery
2014.810
