A Superb, 19th Century, 6pc. Antique French Sterling Silver Tea / Coffee Set with Stunning Sterling Silver Serving Tray in the Elaborate "Rocaille" Pattern, by one of France's Premier Silversmiths "Adolphe Boulenger", A Magnificent Tribute to the Glory and Splendor of the Palace of Versailles, circa 1880s. Each Piece in this Magnificent Set has Been Meticulously Crafted by Hand to the Highest of International Standards, Amazingly Intricate Workmanship Throughout, Unparalleled French Elegance and Quality Traditionally Reserved for the Elite of the French Court. 19th Century French Antique Sterling Silver, the Essence of A Sophisticated Lifestyle, Stunning Specimens of the Glory and Splendor of the Palace of Versailles, Meant for the Discerning Family, A Magnificent Addition to the Family Estate, Includes 5 Anti-Tarnish Storage Wraps.
The magnificent coffee pot measures roughly 25 cm. high, approximately 24 cm. across, from the tip of the spout to the end of the handle, and weights roughly 706 grams. It is stamped with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark (certifying a minimum of 950 silver) as well as the "Adolphe Boulenger" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. Adolphe Boulenger operated at 4 rue de Vert-Bois in the 3rd arrondissment in Paris from 1876 to 1899. The elegant sugar bowl (with gold plated interior - Vermeil) measures roughly 15.50 cm. high to the top of the lid, approximately 18.50 cm. across to the tips of the handles and weights 565 grams. It is also stamped with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark as well and the "Adolphe Boulenger" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The amazing Teapot measures roughly 16.50 cm. high, approximately 26 cm. across from the tip of the spout to the end of the handle, and weights a massive 712 grams. It is also stamped with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark as well and the "Adolphe Boulenger" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark.
The dainty tea strainer with gold plated bowl (Vermeil) is roughly 6 cm. in diameter and weights 28 grams. It is also stamped with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark as well and the "Adolphe Boulenger" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The elegant cream pitcher (with gold plated interior - Vermeil) measures approximately 12 cm. high to the top of the handle, roughly 12 cm. across from the tip of the spout to the end of the handle and weights 238 grams. It is also stamped with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark as well and the "Adolphe Boulenger" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The massive serving tray measures approximately 65 cm. in length to the tips of it's handles, roughly 38.50 cm. across at its widest point and weights and astounding 3,383 grams - MORE THAN 7 POUNDS. Its nice to have a serving tray this large as there is plenty of space to serve the extras with tea of coffee - biscuits, etc. VERY IMPRESSIVE. It is also stamped with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark as well as the "Adolphe Boulenger" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark.
