Direct from Paris, The Birth place of Art Deco, A Magnificent 228pc. Original French Art Deco Sterling Silver Flatware Set, by Renowned French Silversmiths "Bloch & Eschwege", Includes the Original Custom Made 4 Tiered Storage Chest, 4 Christofle Sterling Silver Salt Shakers and 12 Art Deco Knife Blade Rests, Service for 24, circa early 1920s - STUNNING. Each Piece in this Amazingly Beautiful Set has been Hand Crafted to the Highest of International Standards, Outstanding Value for Money and A Very Solid Investment in this Uncertain Economic Environment, Internationally Known Brand, Recognizable Quality, The Ultimate in Luxurious Living, Original French Art Deco. This is a Very High Quality Set Offered and A Very Competitive Price, Outstanding Value for Money and A Very Solid Investment, A True Family Heirloom to be Enjoyed by the Entire Family for Generations, Protect Your Family's Wealth Today.
This set is in very good condition and is of very high quality - although, the knife blade handles show some wear and the set is priced accordingly. Each piece bears the French Government's Head of the Minerva - 1 Hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver plus the "Bloch Eschwege" manufacturer's hallmark. The House of "Bloch Eschwege" operated at 42 rue Meslay in the 3rd district here in Paris between 1921 to 1946. This set is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship and includes the following (all weights and measures approximate):
20 |
Dinner Knives with Stainless Steel Blades |
25.00 cm. |
75 grams |
24 |
Dinner Forks |
21.40 cm. |
80 grams |
24 |
Tablespoons |
21.40 cm. |
87 grams |
24 |
Dessert / Luncheon Spoons |
18.00 cm. |
55 grams |
24 |
Dessert / Luncheon Forks |
18.00 cm. |
45 grams |
12 |
Luncheon Knives with Stainless Steel Blades |
20.60 cm. |
40 grams |
12 |
Dessert Knives with Mother-of-Pearl Handles and Sterling Silver Blades |
20.50 cm. |
47 grams |
24 |
Fish Forks |
17.30 cm. |
42 grams |
24 |
Fish Knives |
20.70 cm. |
61 grams |
24 |
Tea Spoons |
14.00 cm. |
25 grams |
12 |
Knife Blade Rests - Silver-plated |
10.00 cm. |
27 grams |
4 |
Christofle Salt Shakers with Sterling Silver Top |
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