Direct from Paris, A Stunning Privately Commissioned Louis XVI 103pc. Sterling Silver Flatware Set with Magnificent Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives and 5 Individual Storage Chests by Two of France's Premier Silversmiths "Armand Fresnae" and "Gustave Picault" Silversmiths to the Aristocracy of Europe, in Excellent Condition - circa 1890s. Each of the Individual Sterling Silver Pieces in this Amazingly Beautiful Set has been Hand Crafted in 950 Sterling Silver to the Highest of International Standards, Internationally Known Brands, Recognizable Quality, The Ultimate in Luxurious Living.
This set is in extremely good condition. Each piece, except for the Mother-of-Pearl handled knives, bears the hallmark of Master French Silversmith "Armand Fresnae" in addition to the French Government's "Head of the Minerva - 1" Hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver. Armand Fresnae operated at 77 Boulevard Richard-Lenoir in the 11th District of Paris between 1877 and 1927. The sterling silver blades on the Mother-of-Pearl handled dessert knives also bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark in addition to the "Gustave Picault" sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. Gustave Picault operated at 46 rue Dauphine in the 6th District of Paris from 1855. The set is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship and really is in superb condition. If you are seriously looking for an high quality sterling silver flatware set, this is a good one. Check the weights and measures below - all weights and measures approximate: 12Dinner Knives - Mother of Pearl Handles24.40 cm. 12Dinner Forks21.50 cm. 78 grams12Tablespoons21.20 cm. 78 grams12Luncheon Knives - Mother of Pearl Handles19.70 cm. 15Luncheon / Dessert Forks18.70 cm. 47 grams15Luncheon / Dessert Spoons18.40 cm. 52 grams12Dessert Knives - Mother of Pearl Handles and Sterling Silver Blades18.40 cm. 12Teaspoons14.00 cm. 30 grams1Large Soup / Stew Serving Ladle31.50 cm. 232 grams.
