Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver 9-Light Candelabra Set Paris Exposition 1900

Tiffany and cogeorge paulding farnham (1859-1927) was born in new york city. His aunt married charles t cook, who assumed presidency of tiffany after the death of charles l tiffany in 1902. Farnham attended tiffany school and was trained by edward c moore and charles gosjean. He stayed with tiffany and eventually became a board member in 1888 and in 1893 was appointed chief designer and head of jewelry later also assuming the role of artistic director of the silver department as well. His flatware designs were similar to jewelry designs, very ornate, elaborate, and in "beaux arts" tradition. He created six full sterling lines for tiffany during his time, before leaving tiffany in 1908. Outstanding monumental pair of tiffany sterling 9-light candelabra weighing an incredible 793 ounces and measuring 31 inches tall. These were designed by paulding farnham in the georgian revival style circa 1897-1898. The candelabra feature applied scrolling acanthus branches with leafy sconces and asparagus stems. This design was part of a 200+ piece table service produced for the display at the paris expositions in 1900. They are monogrammed and dated on the base 1881-1906. Surely a 25th anniversary gift presented in 1906. Other photos included in listing are of similar tiffany pieces available at the paris expositions in 1900. The related mirror featured candelabra on each side as well as a small service tray. Photo from the book magnificent tiffany silver by loring, page 205. The candlesticks are also part of the collection. The photo of the related giant centerpiece bowl is from the book tiffany's 150 years by loring, page 124-125. It is the collection of dallas museum of art and holds 6 bottles of champagne!
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