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letter opener

about 1900

Attributed to Paulding Farnham (American, 1859–1927)

2020.205

Not currently on view

jadequartz crystalsilverassembling

Artwork Details

DesignerManufacturerCreation Date
about 1900
Creation Location
United States
Materials
silver, jade, rock crystal
Object Types
letter openers
Dimensions

15 x 2-1/2 x 1-1/2 in.

Mark Description

Engraved on handle, marked in tiny letters between the handle and blade: 4253 [likely a scratch mark from a dealer] TIFFANY & Co. MAKERS STERLING

Accession Number
2020.205
Credit Line

Gift of Steve and Karen Chambless

Copyright
© Tiffany and Company
Collection

Decorative Arts

Color Palette

Purchased at an online auction in the 2010s by an anonymous buyer; given to the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Indianapolis, Indiana, in 2020.



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