Tiffany & Co 'Persian' Pattern Antique Sterling Silver Soup Ladle, 1875-91

This stunning and large ladle showcases the intricate designs of this fantastic pattern to both the front and back of the curved handle. The front shield on the handle is engraved with tn lovely 'LGS' monogram.

Tiffany's 'Persian' pattern is one of the most elegant late-19th century patterns ever created. First introduced in 1872 and inactive before 1904, Persian was designed by Edward C. Moore. Moore found inspiration in many exotic eastern designs. He amassed a large and notable collection of Persian and mid-eastern items that was donated to the Metropolitan Museum upon his death. A natural extension of his passion, Persian - in good condition - remains as beautiful and exotic today as then. (See William Hood, Tiffany Silver Flatwarepp. 199-202 and Magnificent Tiffany Silver.)

This lovely ladle is marked 'TIFFANY & CO./ STERLING/ M/ PAT. 1871' and with the capital 'M' mark which dates it to 1875-91. It measures just shy of 13 inches long, weighs 8.40 troy ounces and is in excellent antique condition.