Appetizers serving cutlery – Joseph Crossard, Paris
320,74 €
without declared VAT | Differential taxation according to Ā§ 25a UStG. plus shipping and handling
Finely handcrafted hors d’oeuvres serving cutlery in original storage box with rotating locking hooks. The four-piece set is made of solid solid silver. It has intricately worked out details of art nouveau symbolism and floral elements, moreover, all parts are finely openworked. Made between 1900-1920.
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| Designation | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Region | |
| Time | |
| Hallmark | – Minerva, 1 v. forehead – place of manufacture Paris |
| Material | |
| Dimensions | – 16,8 cm – 19,6 cm |
| Weight | Silver weight: 143.4 gram |
| State | A |
| Besonderheit |
Information about our condition assessment
A+
The item has no traces of use and is therefore in pristine condition.
This valuation is unusual for antiques and describes an exception rather than the rule.
A
This item has minimal signs of use, such as very fine surface scratches or minimally rubbed gilding.
B+
This item has very few signs of use, such as fine surface scratches, a little rubbed gilding, or a small blemish which is noticeable to a minor degree.
B
This item has few signs of use, such as normal surface scratches, age appropriate rubbed gilding, or a small blemish which is not distractingly noticeable.
C+
This item has normal signs of use, such as normal or deeper surface scratches, a noticeably rubbed gilding, or a blemish which is noticeable.
C
This item has obvious signs of use, such as deeper surface scratches, a heavily rubbed gilding, or a major blemish which is noticeable.
D
This item has very obvious signs of use, such as very deep scratches, heavy wear marks and or damage.
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French silversmiths are known for their attention to detail and master craftsmanship, making them an important part of France’s rich heritage and continuing to win the admiration of collectors and art lovers around the world.
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