Gravy boat - Silver, vermilion
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Empire-style sauce boat in solid silver with vermeil, of French origin, dating to the early 19th century, weighing 467 g and measuring 22 cm wide by 14.5 cm high and 5 cm deep, in good condition with some wear and stains from age.
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Empire-style solid silver vermeil sauceboat – Early 19th century (1809-1819), with perfectly legible French hallmarks.
Elegant boat-shaped sauceboat resting on a finely worked pedestal, with a delicate beaded border typical of the Empire style. A piece that evokes the grand tables of old, where every detail mattered.
Weighing 467 grams, this sauceboat is made of solid silver (800/1000) and features original vermeil, used at the time to protect sauces from acidity while adding a refined touch.
The hallmarks are clear and perfectly legible, attesting to its authenticity:
- Title mark: Rooster, 1st title (1809-1819), indicating 800/1000 silver
- Assay mark: Old Man’s Head (Michelangelo) with the number 26, corresponding to the Valence (Drôme) control office
- Silversmith mark: Diamond with initials HA and central symbol (star or grain), attributed to Hyacinthe Aimé, active in this period
The decoration exhibits an ornate engraving on the façade, with a monogram (LJ or DJ) enclosed in a laurel wreath and stylized foliage. A second monogram (D.E) is visible on another side, adding to the piece’s unique character.
Condition: very good overall, with no visible restorations. The hallmarks are particularly well preserved, which is rare for a piece of this era.
A piece that is both historical and decorative, a testament to the craftsmanship of French silversmithing under the Empire. Perfect for a collector or an enthusiast of antique objects laden with character.
Empire-style solid silver vermeil sauceboat – Early 19th century (1809-1819), with perfectly legible French hallmarks.
Elegant boat-shaped sauceboat resting on a finely worked pedestal, with a delicate beaded border typical of the Empire style. A piece that evokes the grand tables of old, where every detail mattered.
Weighing 467 grams, this sauceboat is made of solid silver (800/1000) and features original vermeil, used at the time to protect sauces from acidity while adding a refined touch.
The hallmarks are clear and perfectly legible, attesting to its authenticity:
- Title mark: Rooster, 1st title (1809-1819), indicating 800/1000 silver
- Assay mark: Old Man’s Head (Michelangelo) with the number 26, corresponding to the Valence (Drôme) control office
- Silversmith mark: Diamond with initials HA and central symbol (star or grain), attributed to Hyacinthe Aimé, active in this period
The decoration exhibits an ornate engraving on the façade, with a monogram (LJ or DJ) enclosed in a laurel wreath and stylized foliage. A second monogram (D.E) is visible on another side, adding to the piece’s unique character.
Condition: very good overall, with no visible restorations. The hallmarks are particularly well preserved, which is rare for a piece of this era.
A piece that is both historical and decorative, a testament to the craftsmanship of French silversmithing under the Empire. Perfect for a collector or an enthusiast of antique objects laden with character.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
467 g
Material
vermilion, Silver
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14.5 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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