Puiforcat Masterpiece French All Sterling Silver Serving Fork 9"5 Mascaron

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Puiforcat Masterpiece French All Sterling Silver Serving Fork 9"5 Mascaron

About the Item

Puiforcat Masterpiece French All Sterling Silver Serving Fork 9"5 Mascaron, Renaissance Exceptional serving fork in all sterling silver. The sophistication of this design, the piercing of the upper part and the open work handle are of particularly fine quality. The stem and handle are heavily pierced and have masks on both sides with stylized foliate decoration in the manner of Louis XIV. Called "Mascaron", this one of the "Fantaisie" patterns found in the catalogue of the Maison Puiforcat. Its manufacture would have necessitated many more hours work than usual. To complete this set, Don't hesitate to contact us by e-mail, other parts of the same model and the same silversmith available. Hallmarks : Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee. Prestigious silvermith : Emile Puiforcat, 16 rue Chapon - Paris. He was active from 1857. The haute couture of the silversmith Since its inception Puiforcat has worked to produce only works exceptions, carefully shaped by craftsmen with the fingertips art to sublimate the material. With a glorious past, current choices demanding and daring, and a desire to retain the silverware at the highest level of quality. Measures : 9"5 ( 24 cm ) Weight : 117 grams An exceptional example of the very developed Louis XIV style in very good to excellent condition. Micro-scratches from normal use. A master silversmith made a complete cleaning and polishing. Rare "Mascaron" model by the prestigious silversmith Puiforcat, Exceptional in both design and execution, this fabulous serving fork will grace your table and will delight your guests. Shipping and Insurance information : Sales only by shipment. Shipping worldwide with Priority Package Express International We ship purchase Mondays through Friday (outside french holidays) paid items will be shipped on the first shipping day after payment is received. After registration of your order and confirmation of your payment, your order is prepared and packaged with the utmost care to ensure you receive the items in perfect condition. Your package will be insured for the total value of your purchase (s). Tracking numbers (French and international) of your package will be sent by e mail to track your package online on the french website then on the website of postal service in your country.

Creator:
Emile Puiforcat (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
Style:
Renaissance (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1880
Condition:
An exceptional example of the very developed Louis XIV style in very good to excellent condition. Micro-scratches from normal use. A master silversmith made a complete cleaning and polishing.
Seller Location:
TRIAIZE, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: J588BIS1stDibs: LU191934740983