Ercuis, Paris - Cutlery set (93) - Silverplated - Model Mouseline

Unique discovery of a cutlery set in Art Nouveau style from the brand ERCUIS FRANCE. The model was used in the memorable Orient Express dining car. The cutlery is visible in the foreground of one of the photos from the travel brochure of Wagon Lit. The model was selected from many Art Nouveau models, but Ercuis ultimately delivered the silver-plated cutlery that withstood the stringent selection. The model bore the name Mouseline, light and airy. The silver quality of Ercuis guarantees top quality. The cutlery is complete and dated to around 1900. Six of the twelve table knives were ever replaced by a closely matching model. The composition: 6 table knives; 6 table knives (Ercuis, another model); 12 dinner forks; 12 dinner spoons. 12 dessert knives; 12 dessert forks; 12 dessert spoons. 12 coffee spoons; 9 cake forks. 93-piece cutlery set. Some pieces bear a monogram. The cutlery comes from the renowned French factory Ercuis; its quality rivals CHRISTOFLE. The pieces show no wear and are barely used; the knives are sharp with some small spots... Beautiful Art Nouveau style with pure lines, not spoiled by simplicity, and who doesn’t love a trip on the Orient Express...? But then at your own dining table... All pieces bear the Ercuis master stamp. Packaging and shipping are done with care.