TY - BOOK AU - Harvey,Medill Higgins ED - Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.), TI - Collecting inspiration: Edward C. Moore at Tiffany & Co. SN - 9781588396907 AV - NK535.M66 C65 2021 U1 - 745 PY - 2021///] CY - New York PB - The Metropolitan Museum of Art KW - Moore, Edward C. KW - Tiffany and Company KW - Exhibitions KW - fast KW - Decorative arts KW - Private collections KW - New York (State) KW - New York KW - Art KW - Influence (Literary, artistic, etc.) KW - United States KW - Exhibition catalogs KW - History N1 - Catalog of an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, from July 13-October 4, 2020; Includes bibliographical references (pages 277-294) and index; Edward C. Moore at Tiffany & Co. -- Greek and Roman art -- European glass -- Arts of the Islamic world -- Arts of East Asia N2 - Edward C. Moore (1827-1891) was the creative leader who brought unparalleled originality and success to Tiffany & Co. during the late 19th century. A silversmith, designer, and prodigious collector, Moore sought out exceptional objects from around the world, which he then used as inspiration for Tiffany's silver designs. This richly illustrated book is the first study of Moore's life, collection, and influence, presenting more than 170 examples from his vast collection, which ranges from Greek and Roman glass to Spanish vases, Japanese textiles, and Islamic tiles. These works are juxtaposed with 67 magnificent silver objects created by Tiffany's designers and artisans who were inspired by Moore's acquisitions, including the world-famous Bryant Vase, which draws upon Greek examples, and a chocolate pot that incorporates novel techniques from Japanese ceramics, lacquerware, and metalwork. Informative essays incorporate new research from the Tiffany & Co. archives that provides an intimate look at the design process. Collecting Inspiration is an important contribution both to the history of American decorative arts and to our understanding of the legendary Tiffany design aesthetic. Exhibition: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA (07.07.-04.10.2020) ER -