Service, Tea
2008.005.0422
from the collection of
Title
Silver Tea Service, 1971Creation Date
1971Dimensions
13 in. Diameter
The box measures 7.5"w x 4.75"l x 2"h. The tray measures 13"diameter. The cups measure 2"dia x 3.25"h. The sugar bowl measures 4.5" dia x 3.5"h (with the lid). The spoons measure .75"w x 4.125"h. The name card measures 3.75"w x 2.75"h
Description
Silver tea service given to Maurice Stans by Amir Abbass Hoveyda, Prime Minister of Iran. The set includes six tea cups, one sugar bowl with a lid, six spoons, one tray, a box, and a name card which reads, "Amir Abbas Hoveyda Prime Minister." The tea cups are glass with a silver wrap and handle. There is a floral pattern etched on the glass of the tea cups. The box is lined on the inside with a dark highly glossed wood. Every inch of every piece of silver is decorated with the iconic ornate Persian floral pattern with scrolling vinework.Related People and Organizations
Maurice H. Stans