Jean-Louis Laporte - Table service - silver plated - glasses
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Antique set of six Art Deco silver-plated timbales of French origin, dating from 1920–1930, designed by Jean-Louis Laporte, with five of six marks including Boulenger, Vulcain, and heart and arch symbols, each measuring 7 cm high and 5 cm in diameter, total weight 570 g.
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Ancient set of 6 French timbales in full Art Deco style, dating from the 1920s–1930s.
Names of the hallmarks
Boulenger: A renowned Parisian signature, supplier to the Navy, noted for the purity of its lines.
Jean-Louis Laporte: Renowned silversmith master, famed for the balance of forms and the perfection of engravings.
Vulcain: An elite brand of the era, symbol of solidity and discreet luxury.
Unstamped specimen: One sixth piece completes the set, perfectly consistent in weight, style and patina with the other five.
Each timbal features iconic period decorations: repoussé bands, parallel lines, and refined geometric motifs.
Dimensions: Height 7 cm | Diameter 5 cm Weight total: 570 grams
Hallmark details: 5 of 6 hallmarked (Boulenger, Laporte, Vulcain, Heart symbol, Arc with Arrow symbol).
Material: High-quality silver-plated metal
Period: Art Deco (1920-1930)
Conditions: The items are in excellent vintage condition, consistent with their age. The silver plating is well preserved and maintains superb brightness, free of structural dents or restorations.
Provenance: France
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Ancient set of 6 French timbales in full Art Deco style, dating from the 1920s–1930s.
Names of the hallmarks
Boulenger: A renowned Parisian signature, supplier to the Navy, noted for the purity of its lines.
Jean-Louis Laporte: Renowned silversmith master, famed for the balance of forms and the perfection of engravings.
Vulcain: An elite brand of the era, symbol of solidity and discreet luxury.
Unstamped specimen: One sixth piece completes the set, perfectly consistent in weight, style and patina with the other five.
Each timbal features iconic period decorations: repoussé bands, parallel lines, and refined geometric motifs.
Dimensions: Height 7 cm | Diameter 5 cm Weight total: 570 grams
Hallmark details: 5 of 6 hallmarked (Boulenger, Laporte, Vulcain, Heart symbol, Arc with Arrow symbol).
Material: High-quality silver-plated metal
Period: Art Deco (1920-1930)
Conditions: The items are in excellent vintage condition, consistent with their age. The silver plating is well preserved and maintains superb brightness, free of structural dents or restorations.
Provenance: France
See photos for visual description
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
glasses
Material
silver plated
Designer/artist/maker
Jean-Louis Laporte
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
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Width
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Estimated period
1930-1940
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