Louis XV - Pastry server - .950 silver

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Solid silver tart server in Art Nouveau style from France, dating to circa 1900, with Minerve 1st title .950 hallmark, length 30 cm, width 5 cm, depth 2 cm, total weight 125 g, and a decor of foliate scrolls and floral motifs on the blade and handle.

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Silver Pie Server in Solid Silver (Minerva Head hallmark) - Art Nouveau Style - France - circa 1900
​Detailed description
​Description:
Superb Art Nouveau-era pie server (late 19th – early 20th century) in solid silver. This piece is distinguished by its elegant decor of foliate scrolls and stylized floral motifs, emblematic of the Belle Époque.
​The blade is finely engraved with organic volutes, while the handle features a rich and detailed relief decoration. The object possesses a very beautiful patina and preserved shine.
​Technical specifications:
​Material: Solid silver.
​Poinçon: Minerva Head (1st title, .950) guaranteeing the silver’s purity.
​Maker’s mark: Present on the handle and blade (maker’s mark diamond/lozenge to identify).
​Dimensions: Total length 30 cm.
​Total weight: 125 grams.
​Handle: Wrapped/contoured handle for a better grip and perfect balance during serving.

Silver Pie Server in Solid Silver (Minerva Head hallmark) - Art Nouveau Style - France - circa 1900
​Detailed description
​Description:
Superb Art Nouveau-era pie server (late 19th – early 20th century) in solid silver. This piece is distinguished by its elegant decor of foliate scrolls and stylized floral motifs, emblematic of the Belle Époque.
​The blade is finely engraved with organic volutes, while the handle features a rich and detailed relief decoration. The object possesses a very beautiful patina and preserved shine.
​Technical specifications:
​Material: Solid silver.
​Poinçon: Minerva Head (1st title, .950) guaranteeing the silver’s purity.
​Maker’s mark: Present on the handle and blade (maker’s mark diamond/lozenge to identify).
​Dimensions: Total length 30 cm.
​Total weight: 125 grams.
​Handle: Wrapped/contoured handle for a better grip and perfect balance during serving.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
123 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Material
Silver
Designer/artist/maker
Louis XV
Country of origin
France
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
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Objects sold
Private

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