Louis XV Style Seafood / Shellfish - Fork (10) - Sterling Silver
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A set of 10 solid 950/1000 silver Louis XV style seafood forks from France, each about 14.5 cm long, 4 cm wide and 0.5 cm deep, with a total weight of 190 g, attributed to Georges Frédéric Amey with Minerva 1 hallmark, dating to 1910–1920, in good antique condition with minor signs of wear.
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Elegant French silver seafood / shellfish fork set dating from the mid-19th century, featuring richly decorated Louis XV style handles. The set consists of 10 forks with refined detailing and harmonious overall appearance.
The forks are entirely made of solid 950/1000 silver, including the fork heads. Each piece bears the French Minerva 1 hallmark for 950 silver standard.
The maker’s mark “GA” with collar button device is attributed to the Parisian maître-orfèvre Georges Frédéric Amey (1819–1871). His mark was registered in Paris on 27 January 1851 at 26 rue Rambuteau and officially cancelled in 1856 (Arminjon II:1895).
The set beautifully reflects the refined elegance and high quality of 19th century French silverwork.
France, Paris
Georges Frédéric Amey (attributed)
950/1000 silver
Minerva 1 hallmark
Set of 10 pieces
Length: 14.5 cm
Total weight: 190 grams
Condition: in good antique condition consistent with age and use. There are minor signs of wear, small surface marks and light scratches from age and handling, but overall this is an attractive and well-preserved matching set. Please study the photos carefully, as they form part of the description.
Elegant French silver seafood / shellfish fork set dating from the mid-19th century, featuring richly decorated Louis XV style handles. The set consists of 10 forks with refined detailing and harmonious overall appearance.
The forks are entirely made of solid 950/1000 silver, including the fork heads. Each piece bears the French Minerva 1 hallmark for 950 silver standard.
The maker’s mark “GA” with collar button device is attributed to the Parisian maître-orfèvre Georges Frédéric Amey (1819–1871). His mark was registered in Paris on 27 January 1851 at 26 rue Rambuteau and officially cancelled in 1856 (Arminjon II:1895).
The set beautifully reflects the refined elegance and high quality of 19th century French silverwork.
France, Paris
Georges Frédéric Amey (attributed)
950/1000 silver
Minerva 1 hallmark
Set of 10 pieces
Length: 14.5 cm
Total weight: 190 grams
Condition: in good antique condition consistent with age and use. There are minor signs of wear, small surface marks and light scratches from age and handling, but overall this is an attractive and well-preserved matching set. Please study the photos carefully, as they form part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
190 g
Number of objects
10
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Louis XV Style Seafood / Shellfish
Material
Sterling Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14.5 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
0.5 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
