Antiques: Silver, Sterling Silver: Item #: MAL-78-25055
Price: $3,495.00 USD
Absolutely exquisite and rare knife set for 12, comprised of 12 dinner size and 12 dessert or salad size knives. Made by renowned Parisian silversmith, Victor Boivin, in the late 1800's; quality and condition are excellent. The decoration is an elaborate partially fluted handle with a finely chased asymmetric rocaille terminal. The handles are enhanced by lattices, floral foliate sprigs and swaths of scrolling acanthus. Noteworthy is the absence of any monogram on these knives; the area reserved for a monogram is ready for yours, personalizing this heirloom potential prize All pieces bear the Minerve 1st titre, the French .950 sterling guarantee, and the maker's marks for Victor Boivin, 83 rue de Temple (Ravinet d'Enfert succ.). The original box, if there was one, is lost, and these knives are too large to fit into most knife boxes; so these come with fine vintage Tiffany sterling silver wraps. A sublime marriage of Rococo and Louis XVI styling, you'll be hard pressed to find a set this fine.Please see photos for dimensions and marks.Please note: the blades are original and steel; so there is some very modest oxidation on the blades.
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Silver, Sterling Silver: Sterling Silver: Best Antique French Sterling Silver Knife Set 24 For 12 Persons
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