Gorham Manufacturing Company
Olive Spoon

CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Olive Spoon
Datec. 1870–1875
Made inProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
MediumSilver with silver gilding
Dimensions11 3/4 × 1 1/8 in. (29.8 × 2.9 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object numberB.2004.37
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Metals Study Room
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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionWith a single olive decorating its handle and making reference to its function, the spoon’s opposite end features a spear tip. Olives appeared more frequently on American tables during the late 19th century as production in California expanded.
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Engraved monogram on the olive: F.J.
Stamped underside of stem: [Lion, Anchor, the letter G] / Sterling / 267

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