signed - Serving utensil - .800 silver - 1850-1900 - Strawberry Spoon 19th C.

French Silver Strawberry Serving Spoon – Minerva 800 – Vermeil Bowl – Rococo Style – 22.5 cm

Elegant French silver serving spoon, crafted in the refined tradition of 19th–early 20th century silversmithing. This beautiful piece is hallmarked with the Minerva mark, indicating French silver of the second standard (800/1000).

The spoon features a richly decorated solid silver handle in a graceful Rococo style, adorned with floral and scroll motifs. The serving bowl is finely engraved and gilded (vermeil), a characteristic feature traditionally used for serving fruit and delicate desserts, preventing oxidation and enhancing presentation.

This type of spoon is commonly known as a strawberry or fruit serving spoon, perfectly suited for serving:

fresh strawberries or berries
fruit salads or compotes
desserts at an elegant table setting

A refined and decorative piece that fits beautifully within a Spring & Garden table theme, combining both functionality and timeless French elegance.

Dimensions:
Length: approx. 22.5 cm
Width: approx. 8 cm
Weight: approx. 88 g

Condition:
In good antique condition with light signs of use consistent with age. The gilding shows minor wear in places. Please refer to the photos, which form an integral part of the description.

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