Title
Cream Pitcher
Creator
Date
c. 1870
Description
A cream pitcher (American, 19th century) made by Tiffany & Co. Composed of sterling silver with a gold wash interior, this pitcher features geometric and floral etchings along its rim and lower body. At the front it is engraved with the initials “ELR” in an intricate script. These initials refer to Ella Louise Rives King (1851-1925). The underside of the pitcher is marked "TIFFANY & Co / 2310 MAKERS 3781 / STERLING SILVER / 925-1000 / M".
Cultural Origin
American
Medium
sterling silver
Extent
2.5" x 4.5"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mrs. Gwendolen E. Rives, 1972
Identifier
PSNC.6211
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