Tiffany Solid Silver Cup about 1950

Important tiffany centerpiece in solid silver, c 1951, also called "modern" inspired by the modern movement, tiffany goldsmiths made spectacular silver pieces during the 1950s, which were totally devoid of ornaments and decorations; relying on its shape to create an object of beauty. The only decoration of this sculptural piece are the four rings of the base of the pedestal. Oscar riedener, tiffany's silver designer, who was to replace arthur barney in 1955 as director of silver creation, certainly designed this piece. The underside of this gorgeous piece bears the words "tiffany & co/manufacturers/sterling silver/23356/m". According to carpenter's tiffany silver, this particular 'm' brand was used from 1947 to 1955 and this piece was designed between 1951-2. It measures 32 cm in diameter by 11 cm in height. Has never been monogrammed and is in very good condition. Weight 1338 gr.

Ref. : GE4GAUD2