Table service (4) - Silver - Hors d'oeuvre service

Gorgeous 4-Piece Solid Silver Hors-d'oeuvres Set – Late 19th Century

Splendid and rare service essential for hors-d'oeuvres, condiments or tidbits, consisting of 4 pieces richly chased. This model is a refined testament to the art of French table setting in the late 19th century (Napoleon III period / Third Republic).

The set comprises:

A hors-d'oeuvre fork (ideal for charcuterie, condiments or olives)
A pierced / sprinkling spoon (for sugar or to drain small foods)

Material: Solid silver. The handles are said to be “foiled” (an époque technique where a thin sheet of solid silver embraces the décor, stabilized by a resin core to offer an excellent grip).

Punctuation marks / Hallmarks: Official silversmith’s mark and guarantee mark clearly visible at the base of the pieces.

Length: 17 cm (standard period size for this type of service).

Total weight (the 4 pieces): 113 grams.