Double saliere with claw feet – Second Empire, Paris
458,92 €
without declared VAT | Differential taxation according to § 25a UStG. plus shipping and handling
Magnificent spice or salt bowl french. Saliere made of high-alloy 950 silver. The cone-shaped bodies are made guilloché, the flowers, vines and rocaille work is practically in relief and thus provides not only an imposing appearance but also a unique and valuable feel. The six-legged stand is depicted in the form of finely crafted claw feet. The exhibit has two very discreet monogram engravings. Hallmarked with Bigorne Minerva, from 1838.
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| Manufacturer | |
| Region | |
| Time | |
| Hallmark | Minerva, 1 v. forehead – place of manufacture Paris |
| Material | |
| Dimensions | L 14.8 cm x W 5.9 cm x H 13.5 cm |
| Weight | 163.7 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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The Second Empire, more rarely Second Empire, is a style of French architecture, urbanism and interior design during the reign of Emperor Napoleon III between 1852 and 1870. It thus falls into the stylistic epoch of historicism and was characterized by an eclectic mix of styles from neo-Gothic, neo-Renaissance, Louis-quinze, Louis-seize and Empire. Accordingly, this style is also called Napoleon III (pronounced Napoléon trois). The reign of Napoleon III is distinguished in France as the Second Empire from the First Empire of Napoleon I (1799-1814).
The French silver stamp“Bigorne Minerva” is a rare mark on French silverware and cutlery. This stamp is a symbol of quality and craftsmanship and was first introduced in 1838.
It features a multiple insect pattern engraved on the anvil. If the hallmark on the Bigorne anvil is struck into the silver, the counter hallmark is formed on the reverse side.
The Minerva motif depicts the goddess Minerva, who represents wisdom and art, and is a tribute to the skill of silversmiths. The “Bigorne” stamp is a sign of the region where the silverware was made.
The combination of Bigorne Minerva is synonymous with premium French silver. It stands for precision, tradition and elegance and is highly valued by collectors and enthusiasts. Products with this stamp are timeless masterpieces of French craftsmanship that combine history and aesthetics.
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