French Sterling Silver

This refined French Empire period coffee pot, or ewer, dates from the early years of the 19th-century and is crafted in solid silver. The elegant silhouette, balanced proportions and...

A beautiful set of 12 sterling silver teaspoons, accompanied by a tea strainer and sugar tongs. The inside of the spoons is gilded (vermeille). The silverwork is done in an incredibl...

Art Deco cutlery flatware set "Papyrus" - "Dinard" made in solid sterling silver Minerva 1st Titre 950/1000 by Jean E. Puiforcat. Set composed of 166 pieces: - 24 table forks - 24 t...

A very fine and scarce French pair silver Baptismal oil containers in its original leather fitted travelling case dating from 1850. The two cylindrical shaped oil containers are conjoined and both have tight fitting covers mounted with crosses. The oil containers have engraved initials OC and SC probably denoting oil and incense which would have been used in the baptismal ceremony. The identical lids too are similarly marked to ensure that these are not mixed up. The containers appear to have a slightly gilded finish to the interior and the oil containers are engraved to the bases and date 1850. They come in their original leather case with a small brass hook...

A stylish duo of Christofle Art Deco style salt and pepper shakers, with fluted crystal barrels and silver sterling screw-on lids. Dating from around th...

A fine antique French sterling silver pair of sugar tongs with lovely openwork decorations made by Antoine-Adrien Vautrin, Paris, circa 1824-1844. Maker's mark and hallmarks on side....

This exquisite, beautiful and rare French silver vermeil coffee and tea service was crafted by one of the most celebrated goldsmiths in Paris. Fa...

A remarkable intricately designed, handcrafted silver box, circa 1880s. We were told that this box is sterling silver and that the makers mark "M" is that of "M. Mayer". Maurice MAYER was a very prestigious silversmith. Research shows that he was an "Orfèvre de l'Empereur", Napoleon Bonaparte, 1860-1870. The Minerva hallmarks are not visible, may have been rubbed off from use and cleaning. No documentation. This intricately carved box depicts the romantic poem of Le Roman de la Rose (The Romance of the Rose). Comes with the original lock and key. Le Roman de la Rose, begun by Guillaume de Lorris circa 1230 and completed, in a different style, circa 1270-1280, by Jean de Meun, builds on the concept of courtly love found in the poetry of the troubadours. The authors create a complex allegory of the romance between the Lover and the Rose. In the quest to pick the Rose (to achieve the conquest of love), the flower and its attendants represent the Lady and her sentiments while being wooed. In the first part of the poem, written by de Lorris, the Lover recounts his dream, ending with the winning of a kiss from the Lady. In the dream, the Lover discovers a walled garden and gains entrance thanks to a beautiful young woman. He meets Diversion and dancers who represent courtly values such as Beauty and Generosity. A tour of the garden brings him to a beautiful bed of roses by the Fountain of Love...

Christofle silver plate Napoleonic bottle opener. Silver bottle opener of circular point form with raised bust of napoleon in profile (Napoleon...

A beautiful Victorian period sterling silver hand mirror and brush, French, circa 1890 with ornamental decoration.

Belle Époque French .950 Silver Wine Coasters by L. Lapar, Orfèvre Paris, Circa 1880 (Pair) A superb and elegant pair of late 19th-century French wine coasters by L. Lapar, Orfèvre ...

Direct from Paris: A magnificent antique French 950 sterling silver flatware set by Frances Premier Silversmiths “Puiforcat”, currently owned by Hermes. A gorgeous service for 24 which includes additional Mother-of-Pearl handled dessert and cheese knives, 4 salt cellars with serving spoons and custom-made storage chest, 306 pieces in total – circa late 1800s. The annals of French decorative arts reserve a distinguished chapter for the House of Puiforcat, a name that has become synonymous with the pinnacle of silversmithing excellence since its establishment in 1820. This Parisian firm emerged during a golden age of French craftsmanship, when the demand for luxury tableware among aristocracy and haute bourgeoisie created fertile ground for artistic innovation. Puiforcat distinguished itself through an uncompromising commitment to quality, most notably through its pioneering use of 950 sterling silver, a purer alloy than the conventional 925 standard. The firm's flatware sets, particularly those featuring the elegant filet and laurel garlands motifs, like this stunning set, represent not merely functional tableware but veritable works of art that continue to command admiration and premium prices in the collector's market. The Early Years: The Puiforcat story begins with Jean-Baptiste Fuchs, who established his silversmith workshop in Paris in 1820 before adopting his mother's surname, Puiforcat. This nominal change marked the beginning of a family dynasty that would dominate French luxury silverware production for generations. The firm initially specialized in ecclesiastical silver and ceremonial objects, but under Jean Puiforcat's leadership during the mid-19th century, it transitioned decisively into the production of luxury flatware...

French "Francis 1st pattern" 1920s sterling silver flatware dinner service set for 18 with a rococo floral design in a mahogany case. 250 pieces. (REED & B...

Table cards holders designed by Hermes. This is a very rare and unusual set of four table menu-card holders created in Paris France by the luxury house of Hermes, back in the 1960-1...

Bernard Buffet, 1928-1999. Three annual plates in sterling silver with engraved animal motifs. Dated 1975-77. In very good condition. Stamped. Measures: 20 cm.

Founded in 1880 by Edmond Tétard (1860-1901) following the purchase of the house of Mr. Hugo. In 1889, he participated in the World Expo and received a Gold Medal. The house specializes in services and Louis XV style pieces. In 1901, the house was taken over by his three sons, Henri, Jacques and Georges under the name Tétard Frères. From the 1920s, the house works after the models of Valery Bizouard (1875-1945) and Louis Tardy (1881-1978), creators of Avant Garde. Jean Tétard...

This is a turn-of-the-19th-century sterling silver decorative bowl, designed and crafted by silversmith Odiot, Paris. The piece was crafted in France circa 1880. The rounded shape, r...

This exceptional 19th century French Ewer or coffee pot is crafted in solid silver, bearing the prestigious Minerva hallmark, certifying a sil...

This antique tea strainer is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but originated from France and dates to approximately 1890 and done in a period Victo...

French Louis XVI Style Crested Gilt-Silver Assembled Flat Table Service in a Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Kingwood Fitted Vitrine cabinet. Enjoy one the greatest combination of top ...

Outstanding monumental French 950 silver dinner size high quality Louis XV style Flatware set - 175 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives, pointed, 9 7/8" 12 Large Dinner Size Forks, 8 1/4" 12 Luncheon Knives, pointed, 8 1/4" 12 Luncheon Forks, 7" 12 Teaspoons, 5" 11 Place Soup Spoons, 7 1/8" 12 Demitasse Spoons, 4 3/8" 12 Fish Forks, 3-tine, 7 1/8" 11 Fish Knives, flat handle all-sterling, 8 1/4" 11 Dinner Spoons, 8 1/4" 11 Pastry Forks, 3-tine, 5 5/8" 11 Ice Cream Spoons, gold-washed, 5 1/4" 12 Oyster Forks, 5 1/8" 1 Large Vegetable Spoon, 10" 1 Berry Spoon, 8 1/4" 1 Fish Serving Fork, 3-tine, 9 1/2" 1 Fish Servers, flat handle all-sterling, 10 3/4" 1 Oyster Ladle, 9 1/2" 1 Gravy Ladle, 6 7/8" 1 Large Cold Meat Fork, 10" 1 Flat Handle Master Butter, 6 5/8" 1 Hollow Handle Master Butter, all-sterling, 8" 1 Salad Set, gold-washed, all-sterling, 9 1/2" 1 Pie Server, flat handle all-sterling, 10 1/2" 1 Soup Ladle, 12" 1 Roast Carving Set, 2-pc, 12 1/2" 1 Lamb Shank holder w/stainless implement, 8 1/2" 1 Sugar Tong, 5 1/4" 1 Cheese Knife w/stainless blade, 8" 1 Sugar Sifter Ladle, gold-washed, 6 1/2" 1 Tea Caddy Spoon, 5 5/8" 1 Sardine Fork, 5 3/4" 1 Petit Four Server...

Discover the luxurious Commodore solid silver cutlery set, an exceptional piece signed by Cardeilhac and produced by Christofle. Made in France, this collection embodies timeless lux...

A France Mid-Century Modern design vase model “Cardinale” in silvered metal designed by Italian artist Lino Sabattini for Christofle France in 1956,...

Jean Elysée Puiforcat was a French silversmith, sculptor and designer. Puiforcat is is considered the "most important French Art Deco silversmith." These handcrafted utensils show...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Important, Museum quality, Solid Silver Paris made Wine or Champagne cistern by Emile Hugo after a desi...

Important silver and mother-of-pearl flatware in its original case by Tétard Frères for Michelon Frères, Montpellier. France, first half of the 20th century. A complete dinner servi...

Period Louis XVI sterling table spoon, Paris, 1789 A tour de force of the Louis XVI style with applied medallion handle. The oval flat edge gold-...

A 19th century set of twelve antique sterling silver 'Entremet' knives, the blades hallmarked with the 950/100 Minerva head stamp and offered in their original blue silk-lined presen...

An elegant silver sugar bowl with an oval base form, standing on four animal feet, straight body slightly flared upwards with openwork decoration in relief, divided into six segments...

A vintage Ronson silver plated 'Queen Anne' table lighter, mid 20th century, the heavily weighted elongated oval lighter with bead and gadroon decoration upon a waisted base; mark of...

An elegantly presented case of twelve silver-gilt, or vermeil, tea or coffee spoons, distinctively shaped with pointed bowl tips and elaborately shaped handle ends engraved with scro...

This rare and refined French perfume bottle dates from the late 19th century and is a beautiful example of the Art Nouveau period, combining elegant materials with delicate, flowing ...

Refined French silver sugar bowl crafted in cast and chiseled silver, dating from the mid- to late 19th century and designed in the Rococo Revival style. It features a removable oval...

Early 20th century Art Nouveau French tetard sterling wash basin and jug . The silver pedestal jug is decorated with exterior foliate swags and scrolls design details with multi tiered ruffed edge decoration . The handle is also designed with foliate decoration including pussy willows and terminates in a forward facing dolphins head surrounded by leaves . The matching pedestal wash basin base...

Empire Style Silver & Crystal Swing-Handle Basket with Sphinx Decoration, Continental, circa 1820–1850 Measurements: 7" high x 6" wide x 4.75" deep Interior Measurements of Crystal ...

Direct from Paris: Direct from a private mansion in Paris, a magnificent 299 pc. (service for 24) antique French sterling silver flatwa...

A fine Cartier compact case in Art Deco style, circa 1930s. Sterling silver with gold gilt interior. The exterior features engraved line pattern that r...

The Parisian silversmith Puiforcat is regarded as one of the legendary names in European silver craftsmanship. Superb Dinner Size Louvois by Puiforcat sterling silver flatware set, ...

Pair of 19th-century typical french twisted and hand-engraved crystal ewers with sterling silver mount. Handle decorated with a dolphin head and acanthus leaves, high-part of the mou...

Antique eight-piece silver coffee and tea set by Tétard French, early 20th century Tray: Height 6cm, width 73.5cm, depth 46.5cm Water jug: Height 19cm, width 21cm, depth 11cm T...

Art Deco Modernist Fruit Dish Tray made in solid silver 950/1000th and vermeil designed by Jean E. Puiforcat in 1937. All parts are stamped Minverve 1st Title and Jean E. Puiforcat. ...

This charming 19th century French 18-piece cased dessert silverware / flatware set, with its unique, slightly grotesque satyr mask motif and warm ve...

Lovely Baron Gerard by Souche-Lapparra French 925 sterling silver set with beautiful floral, leaf and wing design - 20 pieces. This set includes: 4 Din...

19th Century French Silver Commemorative 3-Dimensional Napoleon Portrait Spoon  Unmarked, France, 19th Century  A remarkable 19th-century French si...

Mid-Century Modern Christofle Art Deco Champagne and Ice Bucket "Ondulations" by Luc Lanel, France, 1930s

Victorian, French, sterling silver fish slice/knife, Tiffany & Company, Paris, circa 1870. Blade is pierced and is designed with an etched fish. Hand...

This beautiful set of four candelabra (or candlesticks) was made around 1900 by André Aucoc, a leading French silversmith of the time. Aucoc inherited the ...

An exquisite pair of Louis XVI-style cauldron-shaped, sterling silver salt cellars, finely decorated with swags and motifs of asparagus and laurel wreaths. Dating from around the t...

Elegant vessel that can be used as an object of a vase / plant stand, made of silver plated brass in the style of Puiforcat with a gorgeous patina.

Modernist Art Deco tea and coffee set in sterling silver and rosewood by Jean E. Puiforcat created in 1930s. Super Art Deco monogram. Service including: - a coffee pot - a milkpo...

Set of twelve Sterling Silver place card holders by Hermès French silver hallmark (crab) Signed Length: 3.5 cm Width: 2 cm Height: 2.9 cm Weight: 352 grams

An absolutely stunning enamel box, French in origin with the boars head mark for solid silver (minimum 800/1000). The goldsmith's makers mark is also present, I think GB but a little...

Art Deco cutlery flatware set "Papyrus" made in plated sterling silver by Puiforcat. Model designed in sterling silver by Jean E. Puiforcat in 1929 and called "Dinard". Set compose...

Art-Deco Modernist Vase Bowl made in solid sterling silver and vermeil 950/1000th designed Jean E. Puiforcat created in 1937. Stamped Minverve 1st Title and Jean E . Puiforcat. Very...

Art Deco Modernist tea and coffee service with cut sides in sterling pure silver and rosewood sockets by Puiforcat created in the 1930s. Service comprising: - a coffe pot of 16 cm x...

A fine antique French silver sugar sifter decorated with floral garlands and dating from the early 19th century. The lightly made sugar sifter stands on a wide round foot with a gild...

A superbly presented Louis XIV style three piece 'Gigot' lamb carving set in Silver, comprising a carving knife, carving fork and leg-bone holder, or 'manche à gigot'. The leg-bone h...

Art Nouveau French silver beakers by Edouard Fournemet. Set of six liqueur cups in silver and vermeil, decorated with nets surmounted by crossed ribbons. Made by the renowned French ...

A complete set of 16 sterling silver (950 Silver) French bowls by Tetard Freres from the 1920s. The bowls are octagonally shaped. Very clean and pure art-deco design and marked on the bottom by the maker. Tetard Frerer is famous for their elegant, traditional stylings and legendary quality. As "Silversmith to the King," Tetard Freres has been France's premier supplier of fine silver to the French Aristocracy since its founding in in 1880 by Edmond Tetard...

Exceptional vermeil tureen with its lobed tray. The circular terrine is decorated with a border of chiselled foliage.The grip lid is decorated with foliage patterns. The soup tureen ...