Hénin & Cie – French 950 Silver Coffee Pot – Paris, c. 1900 – 475 g Elegant antique solid silver coffee pot made by the renowned Parisian silversmith Hénin & Cie, circa 1900. The coffee pot has a refined pear-shaped body with a tall curved spout, hinged domed cover and elegant scroll handle fitted with ivory insulators. The body and cover are decorated with fine engine-turned ornament. Both sides feature circular medallions surrounded by finely engraved laurel and acanthus leaves. One medallion contains the intertwined initials “C.B.”. The borders are enriched with beaded ornament and subtle gilt details. The piece bears the French Minerva head first-standard hallmark, confirming 950/1000 silver, together with the diamond-shaped Hénin & Cie maker's mark, incorporating a rose and star. Maker: Hénin & Cie Origin: Paris, France Period: circa 1900 Material: 950/1000 silver Weight: 475 g Dimensions: H 22 cm × W 21.5 cm × D 12.5 cm Condition: very good antique condition. Accompanied by documentation concerning its maker, period, silver standard and description.