LIMOGES France 1900 Elite Set of White Porcelain Dishes And Tray For Fish

An impressive center bowl designed by William B. Durgin Co. Magnificent very rare piece, created in the United States by the silversmiths and silverware makers William B. Durgin Co, back in the turn of the 19th century, circa 1900. This fabulous center vase bowl was crafted with Edwardian neoclassical patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The vase stand in a rounded pedestal foot and suited with a pair of elaborated handles with multiples garlands and tassels. The upper border is adorned with four groups of organic motifs of flowers chiseled in low and high relief and a fine bright cut decoration along the rim. The design of this piece is extremely interesting as it brings together various artistic movements such as the Art Nouveau, the Edwardian, the Neoclassical with a hint of neo-Gothic details and the Greek Revival. Has a total weight of 972 Grams and a measurements of 389 mm by 375 mm by 120 mm (12.16 x 14.75 x 4.75 Inches). Stamped with the maker's mark cartouche with a D associated to William B. Durgin Co, the model number and signed, "D STERLING 930C". NutmegGraters.Com ~ American Sterling Nutmeg Grater By Durgin William B. Durgin Co. (1853 - 1924) was a noted American sterling silver manufacturer based in Concord, New Hampshire, and one of the largest flatware and hollowware manufacturers in the United States. Over the period between the 1905-1924 it was merged into the Gorham Manufacturing Company. The company was founded by the silversmith William Butler Durgin (July 29, 1833 - May 6, 1905). Durgin was born in Campton, New Hampshire, and from 1849-1853 apprenticed to Boston silversmith Newell Harding. In the 1840s Durgin moved back to Concord, where he opened a small shop making spoons opposite the Free Bridge Road. He incorporated as William B. Durgin Company in 1853, in 1854 added the manufacture of silverware, and in 1866 established a large brick factory on School Street. In 1905, after the death of both Durgin and his son, George F. Durgin, the company was acquired by Gorham through a long process that culminated with an official purchase in 1924. Production was moved to Providence, Rhode Island, in 1931. The company made the Davis Cup, the silver service for the battleship USS New Hampshire, and medals for St. Paul's School. Its Fairfax flatware...

Neo-Classic sterling silver decorative dish plate. An antique piece made in the state of Hanau during the German Imperial period, circa 1820. It was crafted in solid sterling silv...

Covered server dish with server plate, designed by A. M. Tallois & Mayence. Fabulous serving bowl-dish suite, created in Paris France by the famous silver...

A raised compote designed by Tiffany & Co. This is a beautiful antique Victorian compote created in the 1895 at Tiffany & Co. in New York city. It was carefully crafted in solid sterling silver .925/.999 under the directory period of Charles L. Tiffany (1891-1902). This lovely compote is the model 12285 and designed with repousse patterns of reticulated open works, floral and foliage patterns. It rests on a flat base. As with all Tiffany pieces, the quality and design are beyond compared. Exceptional and rare example of Tiffany's finest work. Country: New York City, United States. Period: Victorian, 1895. Designer: Period T, for Charles L. Tiffany. Model pattern: 12285. Amount produced: 75 Pieces, this is 7/75. Order number: 481, manufactured for BBB & Co. (Bailey Banks & Biddle Co.) Inventory numbers: This piece 84 BB2055. Weight: 234.95 Grams, (150.65 Dwt) or 7.55 troy ounces. Measurements: Height 89 mm by diameter of 165 mm (3.5 x 6.5 inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the model numbers and the order numbers, the "T" for the period of Charles L. Tiffany, and signed in full as follows, "TIFFANY & CO. 12285 MAKERS 481 STERLING SILVER .925-...1000 T.". Tiffany Hallmarking Tiffany silver holloware and flatware is generally marked Tiffany & Co and generally includes date letters indicating the period it was made. Flatware also usually includes a pattern number. The first date letter "M (old English) used by Tiffany’s represented Edward C. Moore, who was the head of tiffany's silver operations until 1891. after his death, the date letters were based on the initial of the current tiffany president; 1891-...1902 Charles L. Tiffany (T), 1902-...1907 Charles T. Cook (C), 1907-...1947 John C. Moore (M), 1947-...1955 Louis De Bian Moore (B), 1955-ca...1965 William T. Lusk (L). The Tiffany dynasty Was founded in 1837 at 259 Broadway in New York City by Charles Louis Tiffany and partner John B. Young. It began not as a jewelry & silver emporium...

Set of 14 Antique French "Martial Redon (M.R.)" Limoges porcelain fish service, Circa 1890's-1900's. Hand-painted gold, pink and white porcelai...

Beautiful 20th century French Limoges Porcelain hand painted fish serveware from the 1950s. White porcelain with apple green band, gold edging on the ...

This antique fish serving set was made by the renowned Limoges factory of France in approximately 1880 in the period Late Victorian style. The set is composed of porcelain and consis...

Sumptuous porcelain fish service, consisting of a serving platter and six matching plates, all hand-painted. This magnificent set is adorned with intricate aquatic scenes, featuring fish swimming in a natural setting of aquatic flowers. The plates and platter are delicately decorated with pastel colors, particularly shades of pink, blue, and violet, evoking a soft and elegant atmosphere. Each piece is unique, showcasing different compositions where the fish appear to glide harmoniously among aquatic plants. The edges of the plates and platter are richly decorated with embossed gold motifs, adding an extra touch of elegance to this already refined ensemble. The gold finishes around the rims highlight the exceptional craftsmanship and give the service a luxurious character. This fish service is an extraordinary piece, perfect for enhancing your table during refined dinners or as a collector's item. The delicate art of hand-painting and the quality of the porcelain reflect remarkable artisanal expertise. Add a touch of distinction to your meals with this service that combines both functionality and aesthetic beauty. "Le Grand Dépôt...