French 19th Century Louis XV Style Sterling Silver Tureen by Maison Odiot

A superb French 19th century Louis XV st. silvered bronze centerpiece with its original removable interior. The centerpiece is raised by elegant scrolled foliate feet. The body displ...

A stunning French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Ormolu centerpiece. The centerpiece is raised by beautiful scrolled foliate legs with large magnificent scrolled acan...

Crafted by French master silversmith Jean-Baptiste-François Chéret, this period Louis XV tureen boasts exceptional decoration, including delicate and refined engraving, shell and acanthus accents, and a remarkably detailed cast finial of cauliflower, celery and carrots. Thanks to a very strict guild system, French silver has always been among the finest in the world. It was also subject to the various fiscal crises of the late 17th and 18th centuries, as both Louis XIV and Louis XV issued edicts demanding that all silver be brought to the mint for melting, with the resulting coin to be used to replenish depleted state treasuries. French silver from this extravagant era survives only in relatively small quantities, and is thus in great demand by collectors. The tureen is marked on the interior lid and underside. The large object charge mark identified as a crown over the letter “A...

Elegant and refined French silver plated tableware covered soup tureen / serving piece with side handles and exterior design details. The tureen is in great condition. Minor wear con...