Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1891-1940
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/4 x 7/8 x 1/2 in. (10.8 x 2.2 x 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, c-scrolls with “NEW YORK.” etched at finial; on bowl, etched view of “COLUMBUS” Arch.; on reverse, “Jennie” engraved.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.187
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "W" [in circle with 3 radiating marks on either side] "STERLING" / PAT. JUNE 9.'91"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1940
eMuseum Object ID:
64762
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1908-1920
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 in. (15.2 x 3.2 x 1.9 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, flowering vine on stippled ground; on bowl, etched view of the Statue of Liberty; vines on reverse; all in relief; “L.J.H.” engraved.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.186
Marks:
In relief: on reverse: "TIFFANY & CO." / "STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1920
eMuseum Object ID:
64761
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1927
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 7/8 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 in. (14.9 x 3.2 x 1.9 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, cut-out view of skyline and the words “NEW YORK,” all in relief; bowl plain; reverse engraved 1927.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.185
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: crown, gothic "W" and Chimera / "STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64760
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
c. 1892
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall (approx.): 3 3/4 × 3/4 × 1/2 in. (9.5 × 1.9 × 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, floral scrolls in relief; bowl engraved with view of “BROOKLYN N.Y.”; reverse of handle with scrolls in relief.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.184
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "PAT. 1892" / "R" "W" [stag head} "&" "S" / "STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1892
eMuseum Object ID:
64759
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/8 x 7/8 x 1/2 in. (10.5 x 2.2 x 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; handle in form of New York City skyline with “NEW YORK FROM NORTH RIVER”; on bowl, view of “STATUE OF LIBERTY / NEW YORK. N.Y.”; all in relief; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.183
Marks:
In relief: on reverse: "STERLING" / "P" "&" "B" [in 3 separate hearts]
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64753
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1898
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/4 x 3/4 x 1/2 in. (10.8 x 1.9 x 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, golden rod flowers surrounding etched view of bridge and the words “GOLDEN ROD”; bowl plain; reverse engraved “AC / 1898”
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.182
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "M" / "TIFFANY & CO. STERLING" / "981"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64752
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1890-1920
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 7/8 x 1/2 in. (10.2 x 2.2 x 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; handle in shape of Brooklyn Bridge; on bowl, view of “STATUE OF LIBERTY. / NEW YORK. / N.Y.”; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.181
Marks:
In relief: on reverse: "P" "&" "B" [in 3 separate hearts] / "STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64751
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1912-1920
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 1/2 in. (13.3 x 2.9 x 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse and reverse of handle, rocaille motifs; in relief; bowl engraved with view of “POST OFFICE NEW YORK. / N.Y.”
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.180
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "H" [in penant flag] / "STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64750
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1892
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 3/4 x 3/8 in. (10.2 x 1.9 x 1 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, rocaille motifs in relief; gold-washed bowl engraved with view of “WASHINGTON ARCH NEW YORK, N.Y.”; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.179
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "G STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1892
eMuseum Object ID:
64749
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1890
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/4 x 1 1/8 x 3/4 in. (14.6 x 2.9 x 1.9 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, from finial to bowl, view of Grant’s Tomb, crossed swords and laurel wreath and American flag; on bowl, view of outdoor structure and “SOUVENIR OF CLAREMONT”; on reverse, from finial to bowl, view of “HUDSON SHIP,” portrait of “PETRUS STUYVESANT,” and view of “THE OBELISK”; all in relief.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.178
Marks:
In relief: on reverse: eagle, "R" [in shield] rampant lion / "STERLING"
Gallery Label:
This spoon is part of a collection of 407 New York-themed spoons donated by journalist and urban critic Roberta Brandes Gratz in 2009. During the 1880s, American travelers began collecting spoons in earnest as souvenirs of European cities. Anticipating a demand for American souvenir flatware, a few savvy U.S. manufacturers began patenting designs around 1889. New York City subjects appeared on spoons almost immediately. Gorham became the first major factory to produce New York City spoons, joining the craze in 1891. By 1893, Tiffany & Co. offered eighteen different souvenir spoons featuring New York City landmarks at prices ranging from $2 to $5.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1890
eMuseum Object ID:
64748
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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