Direct from Paris, A Magnificent 10pc. Sterling Silver Tea / Coffee Set by France's Premier Silversmith Amelie Cardeilhac (Christofle) in the Rare Renaissance Pattern "Silversmiths to the Aristocracy of Europe", Includes a Large Serving Tray, 2 Serving Platters and 9 Anti-tarnish Storage Wraps, Meant for the Discerning Family, Circa 1910. Internationally Known Brand and Recognizable Quality, Each Piece in this Spectacular Set has Been Hand Crafted to the Highest of International Standards, An Ultra Luxurious Addition to Any Finely Set Table, Stately Original French early 20th Century Elegance and Style and Outstanding Value for Money. Christofle (Cardeilhac) One of The World's Leading Manufacturers of Fine Sterling Silver Tableware Products, This is an Absolutely Magnificent Set in Superb Condition in their Highly Prized and Most Desirable "Renaissance" Pattern, You Can't Go Wrong Buying Quality. With Increased Economic Uncertainty, French Antique 950 Sterling Silver is a Smart, Practical Investment Alternative to be Enjoyed by the Entire Family for Generations, Enjoy the Timeless Sophistication and Elegance of Original early 20th Century France Traditionally Reserved for the French Elite.
The House Cardeilhac was founded by Antoine-Vital Cardeilhac in 1804 and was a favorite of Napoleon, Empress Josephine and aristocracy throughout Europe. Renowned for their high quality workmanship and impressive designs, the firm exhibited and won medals in most exhibitions of the 19th century - Gold Medal, Universal Exhibition of 1878; Silver Medal, Universal Exhibition of 1889; Medal "First Class", Universal Exhibition of 1855; Grand Prize, Universal Exhibition of 1889 to name a few. From 1851 until 1885, Antoine-Vital's son Armand-Edouard ran the company and in 1885 his grandson, Ernest Cardeilhac became the head of the company. It was with Ernest Cardeilhac that gold and vermeil silver-smithing was introduced to the firm. Amélie, widow of Armand-Edouard Cardeilhac, ran the company from 1904 till 1913 from the prestigious 24 place Vendome before moving to 91 rue de Rivoli in 1913. Finally in 1920 both sons of Ernest Cardeilhac, Jacques and Pierre, took over the business until 1951, when the company merged with Christofle. This amazing tea set in the very rare Renaissance pattern is a stunning example of the elegance and quality for which the firm was internationally known.
The majestic Coffee Pot is an amazing 27.00 cm. high to the top of the lid, 22.50 cm. across from the tip of the spout to the end of the handle and weights 889 grams. It is stamped with Amelie Cardeilhac's sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark as well as the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver and is stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside. It comes with its own anti-tarnish storage warp for easy storage. The stunning Salt Shaker is an amazing 20.00 cm. high to the top of the lid, 8.00 cm. across at its widest point and weights 651 grams. It is stamped with Amelie Cardeilhac's sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark as well as the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver and is stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside. It comes with its own anti-tarnish storage warp for easy storage. The sturdy Hot Chocolate Server is roughly 25.00 cm. high to the top of the lid, measures approximately 20.00 cm. across from the tip of the spout to the end of the handle, and weights 872 grams. It is stamped with Amelie Cardeilhac's sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark as well as the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver and is stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside. It comes with its own anti-tarnish storage warp for easy storage. The magnificent Sugar Bowl with gold plated (Vermeil) Interior stands roughly 14.00 cm. high to the top of the lid, measures approximately 21.00 cm. across to the tips of the handles and weights 529 grams. It is stamped with Amelie Cardeilhac's sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark as well as the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver and is stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside. It comes with its own anti-tarnish storage warp for easy storage. The magnificent Tea Pot is approximately 22.00 cm. in height to the top of the lid, roughly 24.50 cm. across from the tip of the spout to the end of the handle and weighs 847 grams. It is stamped with Amelie Cardeilhac's sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark as well as the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver and is stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside. It comes with its own anti-tarnish storage warp for easy storage. The dainty tea strainer is silver-plate and is also in excellent condition with no wearing of the silver plate. It measures roughly 6.00 cm. in diameter and weights 32.00 grams. It is stamped "Christofle Paris" on the underside. The elegant Cream Pitcher stands approximately 15.00 cm. high to the top of the handle, measures 11.00 cm. across from the end of the handle to the tip of the spout and weights 311 grams. It is stamped with Amelie Cardeilhac's sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark as well as the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver and is stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside. It comes with its own anti-tarnish storage warp for easy storage. The stunning octagonal serving pletter is also in near new condition and measures roughly 44 cm. in length, 28 cm. wide at its widest point and weights 1,367 grams. It is also stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage. The gorgeous round serving pletterr, also in near new condition, measures approximately 32 cm. in diameter and weights 1,021 grams. It is also stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage. The massive serving tray is silver-plate and is also in near new condition with no wearing of the silver plate - no even on the underside. It measures roughly 73 cm. in length to the tips of the handles, 48 cm. wide at its widest point and weights an astounding 4,520 grams. It is also stamped "Cardeilhac Paris" on the underside and comes with its own anti-tarnish storage wrap for easy storage.
