36pc Antique French Sterling Silver PUIFORCAT Dinner Flatware Set Coat of Arms

  
An exceptional antique French sterling silver 36-piece dinner service by Puiforcat. The set comprises of 12 dinner sized forks, 12 spoons, and 12 knives, all richly decorated in Louis XVI styling.

The pattern to this set is a version of the prestigious'Louveciennes' pattern by Odiot. Featuring elegant fluting and strapping, with acanthus accents and shell motifs. The back of the service ends with berries and leaves. Each handle is engraved with a coat of arms identified as that of the Fould family.

The Fould family were successful bankers and politicians. Below is the family motto'Aide toi, Dieu t'aidera', a French proverb exclaimed by Joan of Arc during her incarceration in Rouen, which means: Help yourself, and God will help you.

The knives are furnished with steel blades, stamped faintly "Paris". Each piece is marked with the French Minerva 1st standard hallmark indicating. 950/1000 silver 95% pure silver and higher than.

It is possible this set was commissioned by the House of Odiot. The forks and spoons carry the maker's mark of renowned Parisian silversmith Emile PUIFORCAT, active since 1857. The knife handles are marked for silversmith Edouard CORVASIER, (active in 1863 to 1880). The set is in very good antique condition, with some surface scratches and general signs of use. Spoons measure 8 7/8", Forks are 8 1/2", Knives measure 10 1/4 length. Total silver weight (sans knives) is 2320.10 grams. Weight with the knives is 3827.6 grams. The set is finely housed in a vintage presentation box.

This box is not original to the set, but houses the pieces well and protectively. Box measures 18 7/8" x 12 5/8" x 3 1/4 height. Please see our listings for additional forks and knives available in this pattern. Welcome to the Antique Boutique. Our aim is to provide you with a wide selection of quality antiques and collectibles.

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Opinion on the condition of an item can vary, depending on the person viewing it. Wear is to be expected due to age and use. Note that the item in the pictures may be larger or smaller in actuality, the pictures do not represent size. Please check the description for dimensions. The item "36pc Antique French Sterling Silver PUIFORCAT Dinner Flatware Set Coat of Arms" is in sale since Sunday, June 9, 2019. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (. The seller is "micflsun" and is located in Canutillo, Texas. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Type: Set
2. Composition: Sterling Silver