Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold Dessert Set Box, Renaissance

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Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold Dessert Set Box, Renaissance

About the Item

Head of Minerve first titre for the sugar tong, 950/1000 French sterling silver vermeil guarantee. Boar's Head for the other four pieces, 800/1000 French sterling silver guarantee. The quality of the gold used to recover sterling silver is a minimum of 750 mils (18-karat). Extremely rare model by Puiforcat. The stems and handles have foliage decoration in the Renaissance style on stippled background. This model is called Francois 1 er in catalog Puiforcat. An exceptional set from the point of view of its design but also for the multicolored which is itself quite rare as well as the contrast between the details gilded with 18-carat gold and the background. Both design and quality of workmanship are uncommon, and its manufacture would have necessitated many more hours work than usual. This set includes a pierced server, a fork, a spoon, a sugar tong and a server. The set is presented in its original box. No monograms. Undoubtedly a collection service. Prestigious silversmith: Emile Puiforcat, who has impressed his personality on the world of jewelry. 16 rue Chapon, Paris. 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. Like Saint-Louis Crystal Company, Puiforcat belongs to the famous luxury Hermes Group. Measures: 6"1 (15.6 cm) pierced server 5"8 (14.7 cm) fork 5"8 (14.6 cm) server 5"3 (13.4 cm) spoon 5"1 (13 cm) sugar tongs. Weight: 140 grams. Total weight with original box: 680 grams The condition is very good. 18-Karat gold finishing is very well preserved. Micro-scratches from normal use. A master silversmith made a complete cleaning and polishing. Rare Renaissance, Francois 1er model by the prestigious silversmith Emile Puiforcat, exceptional in both design and execution, this fabulous set 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 deal with original genuine antiques over 100 years old. This set is not subject to import tax to the US. 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: 0.001 in (0.03 mm)Diameter: 0.001 in (0.03 mm)
Sold As:
Set of 5
Style:
Renaissance (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Gold,Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1880s
Condition:
The condition is very good. 18-Karat gold finishing is very well preserved. Micro-scratches from normal use. A master silversmith made a complete cleaning and polishing.
Seller Location:
TRIAIZE, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: 0814291stDibs: LU1919310345911