Maker
William Moulton IV(American, 1772–1861)American, 1772–1861
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Teaspoon
Datec. 1830–1861
Made inNewburyport, Massachusetts, United States
MediumSilver
Dimensions5 1/2 × 1 1/16 in. (14 × 2.7 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object numberB.2004.22
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Metals Study Room
Exposé
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
William Moulton IV was part of a large family of silversmiths that spanned several generations and that worked primarily in Newbury, Newburyport, and Boston, Massachusetts. His grandfather and father were silversmiths; at least two brothers also entered the trade.
Later in the 19th century, the firm then in the possession of Joseph Moulton (1814–1903), a grand-nephew of Ebenezer (William’s brother), was sold to Anthony Francis Towle and William P. Jones, who formed the forerunner to the present-day firm of Towle Silversmiths.
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Engraved topside of handle: "V Patten"
Stamped underside of handle: "W. Moulton"
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