Direct from Private Residence near Monaco, A Truly Magnificent Original French Art Deco, 6 pc. Sterling Silver Tea Set with Serving Tray by one of France's Premier Silversmiths "Tetard Freres", Outstanding Value for Money and A Very Solid Investment in this Uncertain Economic Environment, Includes 6 Anti-Tarnish Wraps for Easy Storage - Circa 1920s. Traditional Art Deco Elegance, Quality and Craftsmanship and No Monograms on Any of the Pieces - Another Rarity, The Classic Sophisticated Lines of Original French Art Deco Sterling Silver Tableware, Meant For the Discerning Family. Each Piece in This Stunning Set has been Meticulously Hand Crafted to the Highest of International Standards of Quality and Craftsmanship, A Stunning Example of the Grace and Sophistication of Original French Art Deco, You Can't Go Wrong Buying Quality.
The majestic water fountain (samovar) measures an astounding 42cm. high to the top of the lid, 16 cm. across at its widest point and and weights an amazing 1,902 grams. It is stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver as well and the Tetard Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The stunning teapot measures roughly 20 cm. high to the top of the lid, 25.50 cm. from the outer edge of the handle to the tip of the spout, 14 cm. across at its widest point and weights an amazing 724 grams. It is also stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The luxurious coffee pot measures approximately 23.50 cm. high to the top of the lid, 18.50 cm. across from the outer edge of the handle to the tip of the spout, 11 cm. across at its widest point and weights 652 grams. It is also stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The elegant sugar bowl measures approximately 15.50 cm. high to the top of the lid, 15.50 cm. wide to the tips of the handles, 12 cm. across at its widest point and weights 483 grams. It is also stamped with the French government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Freres sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The sturdy sterling silver serving tray measures a whopping 73 cm. in length to the tips of the handles, 48 cm. across and weights in excess of 4.5 kilograms. It bears the French government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Orbrille sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark.
This is an amazing original 6 pc. art deco sterling silver tea / coffee set dating from the 1920s by one of France's premier Silversmiths - Tetard Frères accompanied by a 950 sterling silver serving tray by Orbrille. The Set is in excellent condition. There are no monograms on any of the pieces. The teapot, coffee pot, water fountain, sugar bowl and cream pitcher bears the Tetard Frères sterling silver Manufacturer's hallmark in addition to the French Government's Head of the Minerva-1 hallmark. The sterling silver serving tray also bears the French government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Orbrille sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark. The set comes with individual anti-tarnish storage wraps for each piece. It has been very well cared for.
