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Second Empire French Napoleon III Silver Plate Ornate Dessert Forks, S/11

$400per set
£300.49per set
€346.52per set
CA$555.05per set
A$616.79per set
CHF 323.20per set
MX$7,563.77per set
NOK 4,122.25per set
SEK 3,878.07per set
DKK 2,586.24per set
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About the Item

A set of eleven antique French dessert forks from the Napoleon III era, circa 1852-1870. Ornate, delicate, and elegant – the tapered handles show a styling of scrolls, ribbing, and acanthus leaves, terminating in an acanthus bud. The forks are backed with a classic fan shell motif. Second Empire makers marks are seen on the front of the fork. Designed by the silversmith, Renaud Coutelier. Rochefort-sur / Mer 5.5 inches long Signs of light wear. Lightly polished, showing the expected patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 11
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver Plate,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1852-1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Signs of light wear. Lightly polished, showing the expected patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1758225052572

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