Edward Chandler Moore
Muffineer

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Designer Edward Chandler Moore (American, 1827–1891)American, 1827–1891

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

CultureAmerican

Titles

Muffineer

Datec. 1865–1875

Made inNew York , New York, United States

MediumSilver

Dimensions3 1/4 × 2 1/4 in. diameter (8.3 × 5.7 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird

Object numberB.2004.17

Current Location

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

Metals Study Room

On view

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Department

Bayou Bend

Object Type

METALWORK

DescriptionThis caster must deserve the prize as the most peculiar silver vessel in the Bayou Bend Collection. A related tea service belonged to a former First Lady of the United States. Produced by the Gorham Manufacturing Company about 1861, the three-piece set is engraved with the initials of Mary Todd Lincoln (Smithsonian Institution). Evidently, the design became a popular one, and Tiffany integrated it into their line.
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks

Engraved on side: C.R.P.

On base: Mark of Edward Chandler Moore

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