Eugène Lefebvre - Nacre véritable - Table knife set (6) - .950 silver - Solid silver blades.

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Description from the seller

Beautiful set of 6 antique fruit/dessert knives, French-made, probably dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. 220 g.

The knives feature blades in solid silver, stamped with Minerva, as well as a master mark in a rhombus readable E L with a swan pierced by an arrow, attributable to the Parisian silversmith Eugène Lefebvre.

The handles are made of genuine mother-of-pearl, with very beautiful natural hues.

The collars and end caps are richly decorated with foliate and rocaillé motifs, typical of antique French silverware.

A refined, elegant, and decorative set, ideal for an antique table, a silverware collection, or a dessert service.

Generally good condition for its age.

Presence of micro-scratches, small signs of wear and a light natural patina on the silver.

The mother-of-pearl shows beautiful nuances, with a few small normal signs of age-related wear.

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Beautiful set of 6 antique fruit/dessert knives, French-made, probably dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. 220 g.

The knives feature blades in solid silver, stamped with Minerva, as well as a master mark in a rhombus readable E L with a swan pierced by an arrow, attributable to the Parisian silversmith Eugène Lefebvre.

The handles are made of genuine mother-of-pearl, with very beautiful natural hues.

The collars and end caps are richly decorated with foliate and rocaillé motifs, typical of antique French silverware.

A refined, elegant, and decorative set, ideal for an antique table, a silverware collection, or a dessert service.

Generally good condition for its age.

Presence of micro-scratches, small signs of wear and a light natural patina on the silver.

The mother-of-pearl shows beautiful nuances, with a few small normal signs of age-related wear.

The photos are part of the description.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
220 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Title additional information
Solid silver blades.
Number of objects
6
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Eugène Lefebvre
Material
Nacre, Silver
Designer/artist/maker
Nacre véritable
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
19.5 cm
Width
1.5 cm
Depth
0.6 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
52
Objects sold
93.75%
Private

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