Edward Chandler Moore
Sugar Sifter

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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

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Department

Bayou Bend

Object Type

METALWORK

DescriptionThis fanciful sugar sifter features a handle with a lion’s paw near the bowl and a ram’s head at the terminal. Edward Chandler Moore, son of silversmith John Chandler Moore, later served as chief designer for Tiffany and Company.
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

Marked on back of handle: TIFFANY & Co

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