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Pair French Silver Odiot Serving Forks, Roasted Meat, Baked Potato, Artichokes
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Pair of French Silver Odiot Serving Forks, for Roasted Meat, Baked Potatoes, or Artichokes, 19th Century, 191 Grams
An exceptional and rare pair of heavy French silver serving forks by the esteemed Parisian maison Odiot, known for its imperial commissions and enduring legacy of neoclassical design. These robust and highly sculptural utensils, weighing a combined 191 grams, are likely late 19th century and showcase the elegance and intricacy typical of Odiot’s finest silverwork.
Each fork features a dramatic two-tine form with sharply tapered prongs, subtly curved to pierce and serve roasted meats, baked potatoes, or whole artichokes—making them as practical as they are grand. The handles are richly cast and chased in high relief with deeply scalloped rococo shell medallions, surrounded by acanthus scrolls, beaded edging, and trailing floral motifs. The decorative language reflects both the Rococo Revival and Louis XV influence so often embraced in Odiot’s 19th-century service pieces.
The reverse is equally detailed, with crisp contouring and a hammered texture near the junction of tines and handle. The forks are stamped with French silver hallmarks and Odiot's maker’s mark, denoting sterling standard (.950 purity).
Dimensions:
Each fork measures 8.5" long x 1" wide x 1" deep
Total weight: 191 grams
The combination of grand scale, weight, and ornate craftsmanship makes this pair not only a luxurious serving set but also a testament to Odiot’s mastery of form and detail. Whether used at table or displayed, they embody the richness of 19th-century French silver design with a sense of theatricality and refinement.
- Creator:Odiot (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1875
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2592345482672
Odiot
Founded in 1690 by silversmith Jean-Baptiste Gaspard Odiot, the house of Odiot became quickly known as one of the best gold and silver workshops in France, specializing in decorative objects and cutlery.
The company found early favor from the court of reigning French king Louis XV, which laid the groundwork for later success. Odiot achieved even more prominence under the leadership of Jean-Baptiste Gaspard’s grandson, Jean-Baptiste Claude Odiot, who took over the family business as a master in 1785. Odiot landed high-profile commissions by Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, which translated into additional commissions by other royal families across Europe.
In 1827, Jean-Baptiste Claude handed the company to his son, Charles Nicolas Odiot, who would serve as the official supplier to King Louis-Philippe I and the Orléans royal family. Charles Nicolas specialized in Rococo-style silverware. The next-generation Odiot master, Jean-Baptiste Gustave Odiot, became the official supplier of silver to the czar of Russia and managed the house’s largest order to date: a 3,000-piece set of solid-gold dinnerware for Sa’id Pasha, the viceroy of Egypt.
Today, Odiot continues to produce exemplary silver and gold wares, from decorative objects to flatware, upholding the fine standards of the centuries-old brand. Odiot works can be found in museum collections around the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Louvre in Paris.
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