Tiffany & Co.
Inkstand

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Maker Tiffany & Co. (New York, established 1837)New York, established 1837

CultureAmerican

Titles

Inkstand

Datec. 1870–1875

Made inNew York , New York, United States

MediumSilver

Dimensions6 3/8 × 9 1/4 × 5 1/4 in. (16.3 × 23.5 × 13.3 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird

Object numberB.2004.31

Current Location

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

Metals Study Room

On view

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Department

Bayou Bend

Object Type

METALWORK

DescriptionConservative, classical forms with decorative emphasis on edge details characterize much Tiffany silver from the third quarter of the 1800s. Under the leadership of chief designer Edward Chandler Moore, Tiffany’s designs would soon become more elaborate and eclectic.
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks

Stamped underside: Tiffany & Co / 2889 / Quality 925 1000 / [Gothic letter "M"] / 4249 / Union Square

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