24pc Set Antique French Knives, J. Piault, LINZELER Ivory, Silver
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24pc Set Antique French Knives, J. Piault, LINZELER Ivory, Silver
About the Item
WHY ARE KNIVES SOLD SEPARATELY? A traditional wedding gift, these magnificent French sterling silver flatware sets were almost always packaged without knives. Why is this? Another French tradition has to do with the gift of knives or a knife as a symbol of the cutting or ending of a relationship. And no where on earth is tradition more important, perhaps, than to the French culture. So, in light of the symbolism of the gift, knives were not part of a wedding gift, not packaged or even usually made with the matching pattern of the forks, spoons in a set, and are something added later and as compliments to the table's sterling silver choice. And ever the center influence in fashion, this also opportuned the happy result of knives made in coordinating and complimenting fashion with handles of rich elegant mother of pearl, fine ivory, blond natural horn, or exotic hardwoods like ebony (a French Empire 'must') walnut, rosewood. The result is that you can add sets of knives to compliment and define your table setting.
Very good condition. As you can see, there are numerous hairline age or drying splits in the ivory handles but no breaks or repairs to note. All are original, all sterling caps and collars are intact and in beautiful shape. The fitted box is original, with two layers to hold the smaller pieces in the top and larger pieces below. The box and knife blades bear the mark of Jules Piault. The box is in rough shape, with patches of the black leatherette cover missing from the sides in several spots (we've gone over them with black leather dye to blend the wood to the remaining leather cover). See pictures for measurements.
- Metal:
- Dimensions:Depth: 9 in (228.6 mm)
- Style:Edwardian
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1897-1910
- Condition:Some age cracks in ivory, typical of antique ivory (shrinkage/drying). No damage to silver collar and tips, Blades in remarkably good condition for age and type. Case is in moderate condition but is original.
- Seller Location:San Marcos, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 1208piaults1stDibs: JU11102722759
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