PUIFORCAT STERLING SILVER & VERMEIL FLATWARE SET

A Magnificent 122pc. Antique Sterling Silver and Vermeil (Gold Plated Sterling
Silver) Flatware Set by the World's Premier French Silversmith - Emile
Puiforcat, Includes an Assortment of 5 Amazing Serving Pieces and 10 Original
Puiforcat Storage Wraps (circa early 1900s - TOTAL LUXURY.

In The Much Sought After "Directoire" Model, Each
Stunning Piece in this Spectacular Set was Meticulously Made by Hand to the
Highest of International Standards and Bears the Hallmark of Renowned French
Silversmith "Puiforcat" -
You Can't Go Wrong Buying Quality.

An Truly Spectacular Set, Outstanding Value for Money and A Very Sound
Investment, Check the Per Piece Price at Your Local Puiforcat Boutique for 950
Sterling Silver and Vermeil Pieces of This Weight ($1,200 +/- for a Dinner
Fork) - This is a RARE OPPORTUNITY.

Privately Commissioned, this is Truly an Incredible Set, Magnificent
Craftsmanship and Quality Traditionally Reserved for the Elite of the French
Court, A Stunning Family Heirloom to be Enjoyed by the Entire Family for
Generations and a Worthy Addition to the Family Estate, Includes a Gorgeous
Assortment of 5 Serving Pieces.

In 1820, Jean-Baptist Fuchs and the
Puiforcat brothers (Joseph-Marie and Emile) entered
into a partnership to produce high quality silver
products creating The House of Puiforcat - now owned
by Hermes. Since inception the House of Puiforcat
has been recognized as France's premier supplier of
high quality sterling silver flatware and tableware
products known for their elegant, traditional
styling and legendary quality. This set dates from
the early 1900s and is the much sought after "Directoire"
Model. In the history of the arts of the table, "Directoiret"
flatware stands out as a central collection. It was
created in the 18th century by silversmith
François-Thomas Germain. The following century,
another legend of silversmithing, Martin-Guillaume
Biennais, prompted a renewed enthusiasm for its
gentle curves and the stunning balance of its
design. Since then, this model has known
uninterrupted success on the most elegant tables.

These pieces are of unparalleled
quality and workmanship, intricately crafted to the
highest standards in sterling silver and vermeil
(gold plated sterling silver) - definitely not for
the "common folk". The
set is in excellent condition and it seems that some
of the pieces have never been used. Included are 10
original Puiforcat anti-tarnish storage wraps for
easy storage. Each piece in this luxurious set bears
the hallmark of Master French Silversmith Emile
Puiforcat in addition to the French Government's
Head of the Minerva - 1 Hallmark, certifying a
minimum of 950 sterling silver; although before the
1930s the House of Puiforcat used 958 sterling
silver in their flatware pieces. There are no
monograms on any of the pieces. This set is of
exceptional quality and craftsmanship (check the
weights and measures below) and includes the
following - all weights and measures approximate:
12 Dinner Knives - Stainless Steel Blades 24.70 cm. 111 grams
12 Dinner Forks 20.70 cm. 90 grams
12 Tablespoons 20.80 cm. 92 grams
12 Luncheon Knives with Stainless Steel Blades and Vermeil Handles 20.50 cm. 57 grams
12 Luncheon / Dessert Forks in Vermeil 16.60 cm. 45 grams
12 Luncheon / Dessert Spoons in Vermeil 17.00 cm. 51 grams
12 Fish Knives 20.70 cm. 76 grams
12 Fish Forks 17.80 cm. 53 grams
12 Ice Cream Spoons in Vermeil 13.80 cm. 35 grams
9 Oyster Forks 12.50 cm. 30 grams
1 Large Salad Serving Spoon with Vermeil Bowl 25.60 cm. 129 grams
1 Large Salad Serving Fork with Vermeil Prongs 25.60 cm. 126 grams
1 Large Cheese Serving Knife with Stainless Steel Blade and Vermeil Handle 26.50 cm. 131 grams
1 Large Individual Tart / Ice Cream Server in Vermeil 25.20 cm. 135 grams
1 Butter Serving Knife 13.50 cm. 28 grams
10 Original Puiforcat Anti-Tarnish Storage Wraps

Reserve: $12,200.00

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Condition Report: Excellent