Christophe de la Fontaine - Spoon (6) - .925 silver

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Set of six silver spoons in .925 silver, made in France and dating from 1750–1800, designed by Christophe de la Fontaine, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear; each spoon measures 135 cm in height, 3 cm in width and 1 cm in depth and weighs 180 g.

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The silver spoon is a highly symbolic everyday object.
The silver spoon is characterized by its historical richness. If it accompanies us today daily, it is nonetheless an object marked by the history and work of passionate craftsmen. Meticulously crafted, it now adorns festive tables and shares these life highlights. The silver metal spoon is the ideal for following a tradition of gifts intended to be passed on from generation to generation.

The silver spoon is a highly symbolic everyday object.
The silver spoon is characterized by its historical richness. If it accompanies us today daily, it is nonetheless an object marked by the history and work of passionate craftsmen. Meticulously crafted, it now adorns festive tables and shares these life highlights. The silver metal spoon is the ideal for following a tradition of gifts intended to be passed on from generation to generation.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
180 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Number of objects
6
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Designer/artist/maker
Christophe de la Fontaine
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
135 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
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