A SET OF 17 SILVER-GILT PORCELAIN-MOUNTED FLATWARE FROM THE CATHERINE THE GREAT DESSERT SERVICE, ROYAL PORCELAIN FACTORY, BERLIN (K.P.M.), 1770-1772

A SET OF 17 SILVER-GILT PORCELAIN-MOUNTED FLATWARE FROM THE CATHERINE THE GREAT DESSERT SERVICE, ROYAL PORCELAIN FACTORY, BERLIN (K.P.M.), 1770-1772

comprising six knives, five forks and six tablespoons, the porcelain handles decorated with military scenes and gilt rocaille scrolls, apparently unmarked
(17)
length of knives 26cm, 10¼in.

Condition Report:
Excellent condition overall. Some light wear at high point. The blades with surface wear consistent with age and use.

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Provenance:
Property from a Distinguished Midwest Private Collection; Christie's New York, Russian Works of Art, 15 April 2013, lot 113