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Important English Silver Flatware Service by Francis Higgins II

$6,305.01per set
£4,500per set
€5,390.73per set
CA$8,600.03per set
A$9,628.61per set
CHF 5,048.60per set
MX$118,967.42per set
NOK 63,615.43per set
SEK 60,050.43per set
DKK 40,221.45per set
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About the Item

Important English silver flatware service by Francis Higgins II English, 1840 Knives: Height 20cm, width 2cm, depth 1cm Forks: Height 16.5cm, width 2cm, depth 1cm This superb flatware service was crafted by the esteemed silversmith Francis Higgins II, celebrated as one of the leading craftsmen in silver working during the Victorian period. The silver blade of each knife is decorated with relief motifs of scrolling flowers and foliage. The knives are hallmarked, featuring the maker’s mark of Francis Higgins II, standard London silver marks, as well as date letters.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 0.79 in (2 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 10
  • Style:
    Early Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 162901stDibs: LU956319671682

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