Tiffany & Co. Gene Moore "Fantasy" Double Handled Cup 1997 Vintage Japan

This is a highly collectible piece from the "Fantasy" collection, designed by the legendary Gene Moore for Tiffany & Co. in the late 1990s. Because of its unique double-handle design and vibrant whimsical patterns, it is often referred to as a "Loving Cup" or a "Double-Handled Child's Cup."

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Item Specifics & Historical Context

• Designer: Gene Moore (1910–1998). Moore was Tiffany’s famed window display vice president for over 40 years. He was known for his "whimsical and theatrical" style, which is perfectly captured in the "Fantasy" collection.

• Collection Name: Fantasy

• Manufacturer: Tiffany & Co.

• Year of Design: 1997

• Origin: Made in Japan

• Material: High-quality Fine Bone China / Porcelain

• Design Elements: Features a vibrant, multi-color jester/clown figure in a "fantasy" circus setting. The handles are uniquely sculpted with a wavy, textured "cloud" or "confetti" feel, decorated with stars and colorful swirls. The interior rim features a blue wave pattern with delicate floral sprigs.

Description:

Title: Rare Tiffany & Co. "Fantasy" Double-Handled Cup by Gene Moore (1997)

Product Overview:

For sale is a stunning and rare double-handled cup from the "Fantasy" collection by Tiffany & Co. This piece was designed by the legendary Gene Moore, the man responsible for Tiffany’s iconic Fifth Avenue window displays for decades.

Design Details:

This cup features Moore’s signature whimsical touch, showcasing a brightly colored jester amidst a playful, circus-inspired landscape. The double handles are intricately molded and hand-decorated with stars and swirls, making it a standout display piece or a unique gift. The underside is fully hallmarked with the "Fantasy designed by Gene Moore" stamp, dated 1997.

Historical Significance:

Gene Moore’s collaborations with Tiffany are highly sought after by collectors because they represent a specific era of "Artistic Tiffany." Released just a year before his passing, the Fantasy collection is a celebration of his lifelong love for the theatrical and the imaginative.

Dimensions (Approximate):

Height 3 inches]

Width handle-to-handle  5-3/4"  inches

There are no chips, cracks, or crazing. Looking at your photos, the glaze is vibrant and intact.

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Circus, Jester, Clown, Post-Modern, Nursery Decor, Designer Porcelain, Gene Moore Window Display, Vintage 1990s Tiffany, Rare Mug.

Pro-Tip for Pricing: Because this is a Gene Moore design (as opposed to standard Tiffany floral patterns), it typically carries a premium. 

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