422 - TIFFANY & CO.® (directorship of John C. Moore II) Sterling silver openworked basket

TIFFANY & CO.® (directorship of John C. Moore II) Sterling silver openworked basket New York, 1907–1947 Height x width x depth: 5 x 31 x 25 cm. Weight: 405 g Elegant sterling silver centrepiece basket, of oval form with an undulating outline and a slightly raised, moulded rim, embellished with elaborate openwork decoration featuring stylised floral and foliate motifs.The surface displays a refined ornamental repertoire of opposing scrolls, acanthus leaves, sinuous foliage and geometric latticework, symmetrically arranged around the smooth oval centre, engraved with an elegant monogram of intertwined initials.The piece is distinguished by the richness of its pierced decoration, the harmonious flow of its lines and the quality of its craftsmanship, characteristic of Tiffany & Co.'s silver production in the early 20th century.Sterling silver 925/1000, stamped on the underside "TIFFANY & CO. – MAKERS – STERLING SILVER – 925/1000", with a maker's mark corresponding to the period under the directorship of John C. Moore II (1907–1947). Item condition grading: **** good.The lot is in a good state of preservation with the normal wear and defects commensurate with its age and use over time.