Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1886-1919
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/8 x 1 x 5/8 in. (13 x 2.5 x 1.6 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, from finial to bowl, views of “SUB-TREASURY / WALL STREET” and “TRINITY CHURCH,” and the words, “GREATER NEW YORK”; on bowl, view of “NEW YORK / BROOKLYN BRIDGE”; all in relief; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.157
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "A" [in cartouche, flanked by left cartouche with griffin, right with sword and crescent moon] / "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:
64727
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1908
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, from finial to bowl, views of “BROOKLYN BRIDGE,” “STATUE OF LIBERTY,” “PARK ROW BLDNG,” and “OBELISK”; on bowl, view of “STATUE OF LIBERTY / NEW YORK”; on reverse, views of the “CITY SEAL,” “GRANT’S TOMB,” “SOLDIERS SAILORS MONUMENT,” and “FLAT IRON BLDNG”; the words “NEW YORK” below; all in relief; “1908” engraved.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.156
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "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:
64726
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1933
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, view of the Statue of Liberty, Seal of New York City, and the words “NEW YORK CITY”; bowl plain; reverse engraved “1933.”
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.155
Marks:
Stamped: 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:
1933
eMuseum Object ID:
64725
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1915
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/4 x 1 1/4 x 1/2 in. (14.6 x 3.2 x 1.3 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; handle in from of full-figure Statue of Liberty with New York State Seal at finial, tablet reads "4th July 1776"; on bowl, view of Brooklyn Bridge and the words "NEW YORK"; on reverse, back of Liberty and "P" engraved.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.154
Marks:
In relief: on reverse: "S" [in circle with 2 wings] / "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:
1915
eMuseum Object ID:
64724
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/4 x 1 x 1 in. (14.6 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir grapefruit spoon; on obverse of handle, from finial to bowl, Statue of Liberty viewed from above, Seal of New York City, and the words “NEW YORK,” in relief; bowl plain; reverse engraved “CHR” in loose scrolls.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.153
Marks:
Stamped: 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:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64723
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1891-ca. 1920
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 5/8 in. (13.7 x 2.9 x 1.6 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, c-scrolls and blossoms; on gold-washed bowl, view of “NEW YORK & BROOKLYN BRIDGE”; all in relief; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.152
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "F.M.V." / "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:
64722
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1891-ca. 1920
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 3/4 in. (13.3 x 2.9 x 1.9 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, from finial to bowl, Native American, teepee in field, canoe, maze; on bowl, view of “BROOKLYN BRIDGE”; on reverse, scroll motif.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.151
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:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
64721
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Souvenir spoon
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1900
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 5/8 in. (13.3 x 2.9 x 1.6 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, from finial to bowl, head of Indian Chief with headdress, maze, and arrow; on bowl, view of “BROOKLYN BRIDGE, NEW YORK”; on reverse, back of Chief, quiver with arrows, and longbow; all in relief.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.150
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "F" [in diamond] / "925" / "STERLING" / "1000" / "Co" [in diamond]
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:
1900
eMuseum Object ID:
64720
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1915
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/4 x 1 1/4 x 5/8 in. (14.6 x 3.2 x 1.6 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; on obverse of handle, daffodil plants in relief on stippled ground; on bowl, etched view of “EAST RIVER BRIDGE”; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.149
Marks:
Stamped: on reverse: "S" [in circle with 2 wings] / "STERLING" / "PAT'D. 89 / "4"
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:
1915
eMuseum Object ID:
64719
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Spoon
Classification:
Date:
1890-1920
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/2 x 5/8 x 1/4 in. (8.9 x 1.6 x 0.6 cm)
Description:
Sterling silver souvenir spoon; handle in shape of Brooklyn Bridge, with view; on gold-washed bowl, view of “DEFENDERS ARCH. / BROOKLYN, N.Y.”; all in relief; reverse plain.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Object Number:
2009.28.148
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:
64718
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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