Cased French Empire Pattern Sterling Silver Flatware

Cased French Empire Pattern Sterling Silver Flatware, Paris, late 19th century, Emile Puiforcat, maker, including twelve of each: dinner forks, dinner knives, tablespoons, demitasse spoons, and soup ladle; wreath and swan motif with draped foliate swags on front and back, knives with ebony handles, monogrammed, approx. 81.25 troy oz., excluding knives; in original campaign-style oak chest with two fitted layers inside.
Estimate $800-1,200

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