Tiffany & Co. 'Regent' Pattern Silverplate Spoons (1884)

This set consists of two silverplate spoons in the 'Regent' pattern, originally designed by Thomas J. Curran for Tiffany & Co. and patented in 1884. The items consist of a large serving spoon and a smaller teaspoon or coffee spoon. Constructed from silver-plated base metal, these pieces exhibit a warm, golden-hued tarnish or heavy patina over the original silver finish, likely due to oxidation from age and storage. The 'Regent' pattern is characterized by its late Victorian aesthetic, featuring an ornate, shaped handle with complex scrollwork, floral motifs, and shell-like accents at the terminal and shoulders. The bowls are oval and deep, with the larger spoon showing a well-defined drop where the bowl meets the stem. Physical condition appears used but intact; there is significant surface discoloration and what appears to be 'plate loss' or 'bleeding' where the base metal may be showing through the silver layer. Surface scratches and minor abrasions consistent with domestic use are visible throughout. Despite the wear, the high-quality sculptural relief of the casting remains sharp, demonstrating the superior late 19th-century craftsmanship associated with Tiffany & Co.'s flatware production during the Gilded Age.