Collecting Inspiration: Edward C. Moore at Tiffany & Co. | The Met

Edward C. Moore, the visionary behind Tiffany & Co.'s unmatched creativity and success in the latter half of the 1800s, gathered an enormous collection of exquisitely crafted ornamental arts in various media, ranging from Islamic metalwork to Greek and Roman glass, and Japanese baskets. Moore, a renowned silversmith in his own right, and the designers under his supervision drew inspiration from these artifacts.

"The exhibition Collecting Inspiration: Edward C. Moore at Tiffany & Co. will feature more than 180 extraordinary examples from Moore's personal collection, which was donated to the Museum, alongside 70 magnificent silver objects designed and created at Tiffany & Co. under his direction. Drawn primarily from the holdings of The Met, the display will also include seldom seen examples from a dozen private and public lenders. A defining figure in the history of American silver, Moore played a pivotal role in shaping the legendary Tiffany design aesthetic and the evolution of The Met’s collection." - The Met

Exhibition Dates: Through October 20, 2024

Location: 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10028

See The Metropolitan Museum of Art for more information.