Christian Fjerdingstad for Christofle, Silverplate Art

Christian Fjerdingstad Silverplate Art Deco Tea Service
Christofle, ca. 1930
unmarked prototype design by Christian Fjerdingstad, the creative director for famed silversmith house Christofle
includes silverplate teapot, creamer and sugar, each with wood or ebony detailing
Teapot: 6 1/2 x 8 x 2 1/2 in. (16.51 x 20.32 x 6.35 cm.), Milk Pitcher: 4 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/8 in. (10.16 x 13.97 x 5.40 cm.)
Private Collection, New Mexico
Condition Report: The set is in overall good to fair condition. Tarnishing to surfaces and wear to silverplate from polishing, age, and use.

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